Even after having their AFCON 2025 triumph overturned, Senegal are refusing to go quietly. Hours after the Confédération Africaine de Football awarded the title to Morocco, Senegal’s official social media posted a striking video of their team celebrating, this time on a bus, trophy in hand, riding through the streets with jubilant fans.
The clip, showing smiling players, singing supporters, and the iconic moment the trophy is lifted inside the bus, quickly went viral. It’s a clear message that, in the hearts of the Teranga Lions and their fans, they remain champions despite CAF’s controversial ruling.
The backlash stems from the chaotic final, where Senegal walked off the pitch in protest after a late penalty was awarded against them. CAF later ruled that the actions violated Articles 82 and 84 of its regulations, declaring Senegal to have forfeited the final and recording a 3–0 win in favor of Morocco.
By posting the bus celebration video, Senegal appear to be reclaiming their moment of glory, sending a bold statement that their journey and triumph on the pitch cannot be erased. Fans have flooded the comments, some praising the defiance, others debating whether it undermines CAF’s authority.
The drama shows no signs of slowing down, with questions now shifting to whether Senegal will pursue further action or let their symbolic gesture stand. One thing is certain the images of that trophy held high on a moving bus will remain a defining moment in AFCON history.
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