CAS to hear Senegal appeal over AFCON title awarded to Morocco

The long-running saga over the winner of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title will move closer to resolution on Thursday when Senegal’s appeal, ⁠after being stripped of the title, is heard by the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne. Senegal are contesting the Confederation of African Football’s decision to declare Morocco champions , despite Senegal beating the hosts 1-0 after extra time ⁠in January’s final in Rabat. Senegal walked off the pitch for 14 minutes after a penalty was awarded against them late in regulation time, with several players returning to the dressing room in protest before they resumed play.