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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is currently facing intense scrutiny following two major controversies that have shaken confidence in African football governance. The first involves the dramatic reversal of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Morocco and Senegal. Senegal had originally secured a 1–0 victory after extra time. However, the match was overshadowed by a tense moment when Senegalese players briefly walked off the pitch in protest of a late penalty decision. Although the team returned and completed the match, CAF’s Appeals Board later ruled that the walk-off violated tournament regulations, resulting in a forfeiture and a 3–0 victory awarded to Morocco. This decision has sparked widespread backlash. Senegal’s football authorities and government have described the ruling as “unjust” and “illegal,” arguing that the referee allowed the match to continue and conclude normally. The controversy has raised concerns about consistency in rule enfo...