Ahmed Mido Blasts CAF Over WAFCON Final Decision, Backs Senegal as True Champions

Former Egyptian international Ahmed Mido has launched a scathing attack on the Confederation of African Football (CAF), describing the body as “a real joke” following the controversial decision to take the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title away from Senegal and award it to Morocco.

In a strongly worded reaction, Mido accused CAF of presiding over what he called one of the biggest scandals in African football history, while also criticizing African football legends involved in CAF events and meetings.

“CAF is a real joke. I have been saying this for years,” Mido said.

He did not hide his frustration over the decision, insisting that Senegal were the better side in the final and deserved to be crowned champions based on their performance on the pitch.

“The decision to take away the Cup from Senegal and hand it to Morocco is the biggest scandal in the history of football,” he stated.

Mido stressed that his comments were not directed against Morocco or its people, noting his admiration and respect for the country, but maintained that the outcome of the final was deeply unfair.

“I’m not here against Morocco. I love Morocco and I love Moroccans, and I have a lot of Moroccan friends who I really love and respect, but this has gone too far,” he added.

According to the former striker, Senegal earned the title on merit during the final and should have been recognized as the rightful champions of Africa.

“You lost on the pitch, Senegal were the better team in the final, they deserve to be the champions of Africa,” Mido said.

He concluded by calling for major changes in African football administration, insisting that those responsible must be removed immediately.

“There must be a revolution in African football. All these people must go, and today not tomorrow,” he declared.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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