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Morocco files new complaint against Senegal following U17 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final
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Morocco has filed a new complaint against Senegal following the U17 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match. This action reignites an ongoing dispute between the two federations. Senegalese officials Yaya Bald茅 and Abdoulaye Sow were virtually interviewed by the Confederation of African Football CAF disciplinary body, which is reviewing Morocco's claims. CAF has initiated an investigation into the complaints made by Moroccan officials after the game between the Young Lions of Teranga and the Moroccan representatives. The specific reasons for this new complaint have not yet been officially disclosed by CAF. This hearing occurs amid existing tensions between the two parties, exacerbated by previous appeals filed by Morocco with African sports bodies after earlier competitions.
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