Senegal, who were stripped of their AFCON title, are appealing the decision to award the trophy to Morocco.
Published April 8, 2026
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) president’s visit to Dakar comes almost a month after the Confederation of African Football’s shock decision to strip Senegal of the African Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco.
Patrice Motsepe announced his trip at the end of March, saying he would visit Senegal and Morocco to emphasize the importance of “working together for the growth of African football” at a time when his organization has come under considerable criticism.
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President Basil Diomai Faye will receive Motsepe at the presidential palace later that day, followed by a press conference.
His visit comes at a particularly tense time for CAF following Senegal’s surprise 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco in the Nations Cup final on January 18.
CAF cited regulations regarding ejection from the field during Morocco’s 3-0 victory on March 17.
During the match, Senegal’s players, head coach Pape Thiau and his staff left the Rabat pitch after Morocco were awarded a stoppage-time penalty, which was ultimately deflected off by forward Brahim Dias.
The Senegalese Football Federation appealed CAF’s decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
The decision prompted a strong reaction in Senegal, where the government has called for an international investigation into allegations of corruption within the facility.
Motsepe addressed the issue late last month, saying: “I respect and implement the decision of CAS. My personal opinion on this matter is irrelevant.”
