During the final, a penalty was awarded to Morocco, but Senegalese players fiercely opposed the decision, challenging its credibility. Following these chaotic incidents, reports emerged that Morocco’s chances of winning the bid to host the final of the 2030 World Cup could be derailed, as they are competing with Spain. Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) President Rafael Louzan expressed confidence that Spain would be awarded the rights to host the World Cup final due to the AFCON controversy. It will be the leader of the 2030 World Cup, and the final of that World Cup will be held here. But in the Africa Cup of Nations, we saw scenes that damage the image of world football,” Louzan said at an event organized by the Madrid Sports Press Association.

Source: GhanaWeb February 02, 2026 18:04 UTC