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Senegal vs Iraq predictions as AFCON finalists need to go big or go home

Your Senegal vs Iraq prediction as Group I comes to a climax on Friday, June 26

FourFourTwo

Who is Herve Renard? The Tunisia coach known for turning underdogs into World Cup giant-killers

Harve Renard: Tunisia's football aspirations are buzzing with the mention of coach Herve Renard, renowned for transforming teams into formidable contenders. His proven track record, including AFCON triumphs with Zambia and Ivory Coast, and a stunning World Cup upset with Saudi Arabia, highlights his ability to inspire underdog squads. Renard's…

The Economic Times

Scotland’s World Cup hopes dented after loss to Morocco

Scotland suffered a 1-0 defeat to Morocco in their World Cup match in Foxborough, despite a spirited second-half performance. Morocco's Ismael Saibari scored after just 70 seconds, marking the earliest goal Scotland have ever conceded at a World Cup. Steve Clarke's side, who had beaten Haiti in their opener, needed…

The Independent UK

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Ayyoub Bouaddi: Arsenal handed boost for £70m transfer as historic AFCON decision is made

Good news for Arsenal as they look to win the race for talented midfielder

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 – Group C guide: Scotland’s return sparks Brazil and Morocco nostalgia, but can they take Haiti opportunity?

Scotland, Brazil and Morocco are back it the same World Cup group after 28 years, with Haiti joining the fun

The Independent UK

How to Watch USMNT vs. Senegal on TV, Live Stream: International Friendly

The USMNT will play their penultimate match before the World Cup against the AFCON finalists.

Sports Illustrated

Royal pardon issued for Senegal fans who were jailed over Afcon final chaos

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Senegal 2026 World Cup Preview: A Point to Prove After AFCON Fiasco

The Lions of Teranga will look to use the disappointment of Morocco’s success to fuel their World Cup ambitions, but they face the ultimate challenge in the perceived “Group of Death.”

Sports Illustrated

Choice of Afcon final referee for African Champions League final criticised

Jean-Jacques Ngambo Ndala, who oversaw the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco, will take charge of the Africa Champions League final first leg

The Guardian - UK

Defiant Senegal parade AFCON trophy despite being stripped of title

Lions of Teranga celebrate Africa Cup of Nations success before Peru friendly win as they fight controversial CAF ruling

Evening Standard

Senegal present Afcon trophy in front of fans despite being stripped of title

Players paraded the trophy at the Stade de France ahead of a friendly against Peru, though controversy remains after the Lions of Teranga were stripped of the title earlier this month amid a legal appeal

The Independent UK

Senegal stripped of title: Afcon ruling is lawful, but it puts Caf’s reputation at risk

The appeals board of African football’s ruling body, the Confederation of African Football (Caf), on 17 March overturned the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final. Afcon is the continent’s biggest tournament.

The Conversation

‘Unjust and ridiculous’: Senegalese football fans bewildered by Afcon debacle

Supporters of national side struggle to come to terms with decision to declare Morocco the winner of Africa Cup of Nations

The Guardian - UK

Senegal government accuses CAF of ‘corruption’ after AFCON triumph overturned

An appeal board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations crown and awarded it to Morocco.

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The Independent UK

Senegal government alleges ‘corruption’ at Caf and calls for inquiry into Afcon chaos

Morocco were awarded a 3-0 win after The Confederation of African Football (Caf) found that Senegal had forfeited the Africa Cup of Nations final when they walked off the pitch in protest

The Guardian - UK

Decision to strip Senegal of Afcon title has left me gobsmacked – and others in Africa furious

Ruling of the Caf appeals committee is against the laws of the game and casts another shadow over Motsepe’s stewardship as president

The Independent UK

Why has Senegal’s Afcon title been taken away from them... and what comes next?

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The Independent UK

‘This is not AI’: Why stripping Senegal of Afcon title is a farcical moment in football’s fragile time

COMMENT: The decision to overturn Senegal’s victory and award victory to Morocco, two months later, opens up a chasm for doubt and post-truth, writes Jamie Braidwood

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The Independent UK

Why have Senegal been stripped of their Afcon title and can they appeal?

Explainer: In an extraordinary decision two months after the final, Morocco have been declared the winners of the 2025 African Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football overturned the result

The Independent UK

Senegal vows to appeal ‘unacceptable’ Afcon forfeit ruling

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The Independent UK

Senegal stars send defiant message after being stripped of Afcon title

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Evening Standard

Senegal slam 'travesty' after AFCON decision 'brings discredit to African football'

Morocco awarded 2025 AFCON title following an appeal

The Independent UK

Senegal federation to appeal to CAS over ‘unacceptable’ AFCON title stripping

Morocco were awarded victory following an appeal decision on Tuesday evening.

Euronews

Morocco declared AFCON 2025 winners after CAF overturns final defeat to Senegal

Two months after the final, Morocco has been awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title by the Confederation of African Football's appeal board. Senegal's 1-0 win in extra time is now officially a default 3-0 win for the host nation.

The Independent UK

Senegal stripped of Afcon title in unprecedented move – handing Morocco victory

Senegal’s players walked off the pitch in the Afcon final in protest at Morocco being awarded a late penalty

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