AFCON

Morocco’s king pardons Senegalese fans jailed after AFCON final

King Mohammed VI of Morocco on Saturday granted clemency to 18 Senegalese soccer fans imprisoned on hooliganism charges stemming from the chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final held in Rabat in January, according to a statement from the Royal Palace.

CAF overturns Senegal’s AFCON final win, declares Morocco champions

The Confederation of African Football has stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title in an unprecedented ruling, declaring Morocco the continental champions nearly two months after the chaotic final in Rabat.