Ndiaye adamant Senegal are champions of Africa
Iliman Ndiaye asserts that Senegal are the true champions of Africa despite a legal dispute over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title. Senegal won the final against Morocco but faced a ruling that awarded the title to Morocco due to a breach of regulations. Ndiaye emphasizes that the ongoing legal situation will not distract the team as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
- ▪Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in the Afcon final held in January 2025.
- ▪The Confederation of African Football awarded the title to Morocco after a controversial penalty decision during the match.
- ▪Senegal's football federation has appealed the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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