Espirito Santo Defends Malick as Champion After CAF Shock
West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo has slammed CAF’s decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and award it to Morocco. He insisted that what happens on the pitch should stand and called Malick a true champion. Speaking ahead of West Ham’s trip to Aston Villa, Espirito Santo recalled watching the final live and celebrating Senegal’s victory. “Malick deserves a medal,” he said, calling the post-match ruling unprecedented in football. The Portuguese coach also praised Senegal’s senior stars for their role in the win and reaffirmed his support: “I hugged Malick and told him he’s a champion.” Meanwhile, West Ham head to Birmingham in need of points to avoid the relegation zone.
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