The stripping continues! CAF demands Sadio Mané return AFCON Player of the Tournament award

The scandal surrounding the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is gaining momentum, extending far beyond team achievements.

Details: According to PITCH•PULSE, after Senegal’s national team was stripped of their championship title in favor of Morocco, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has decided to also review the tournament’s individual awards.

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Reports claim that CAF has allegedly issued an official order to Senegalese star Sadio Mané demanding he return his MVP award from the tournament. This decision directly follows the annulment of Senegal’s victory in the final due to the team’s walkout.

In this stunning turn of events, Morocco and Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Díaz has been named the tournament’s new Player of the Tournament. He now claims the title, replacing Mané as the competition’s main hero.

Reminder: Samuel Eto'o sent a letter to CAF regarding Senegal’s disqualification.