Senegal Coach Moves AFCON Trophy to Military Base Amid Morocco Dispute
Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations victory has reignited controversy after reports that coach Pape Thiaw transported the tournament trophy to a secure military facility. Soldiers have been allowed to pose for photos with the silverware in a bid to symbolise Senegal’s claim. The move follows CAF’s decision to award Morocco a technical victory and strip Senegal of the title. Senegalese officials have rejected the ruling and lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport, insisting the win was earned on the pitch. Captain Kalidou Koulibaly and other federation members have publicly condemned CAF’s judgment. Meanwhile, CAF president Patrice Motsepe has urged calm and promised a transparent review. The case now rests with CAS, with African football watching closely for a final verdict.
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