Pape Gueye

Pape Gueye is a Senegalese football player who scored the decisive goal in extra time, securing Senegal's victory against Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. He is newsworthy because the AFCON title, initially won by Senegal, has been stripped from them by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and awarded to Morocco. This decision stems from Senegal's on-field protest during the final match after a penalty was awarded against them. The Senegalese team briefly walked off the pitch in protest before returning to win. CAF's appeal board ruled that Senegal forfeited the final due to this protest. Senegal is appealing CAF's decision, labeling it unfair and unprecedented. Gueye's winning goal is now overshadowed by the controversy surrounding the title's revocation and the ongoing dispute between Senegal and CAF.