😱 Controversy! National team adds 2nd star after title axed | OneFootball

African football is going through a major controversy at the national team level. And this Saturday (28) brings a new chapter that promises to add fuel to the fire.

The Senegal national team has decided to put a second star on its shirt... even after its 2026 Africa Cup of Nations title was CANCELED.

Senegal had even beaten Morocco 1-0 in the final. There was a trophy presentation, celebrations in the streets, and everything a title represents. But...

On the 17th, the African Confederation (CAF) stripped Senegal of the title and started recognizing Morocco as the champion.

That’s because Senegal walked off the pitch in that match after a penalty was awarded to Morocco in the closing moments.

Senegal returned after more than 20 minutes. The match resumed, and Brahim Diaz missed the penalty. Senegal won in extra time.

Morocco then filed an appeal, and the Confederation ruled that the title should go to the Moroccan national team.

Besides adding the second star, Senegal refused to return the trophy. And it will display it before the friendly against Peru this Saturday (28).

OneFootball (via GOAT) will broadcast Senegal vs Peru - CLICK HERE and check out all of this Saturday’s (28) broadcasts from around the world.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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