The Guinea Football Federation has officially asked the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to reopen and review the results of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations, raising concerns about unresolved issues involving Morocco’s conduct during the tournament.
In its submission, Guinea’s football body stated that Morocco’s alleged walkout during the competition should have led to stronger sanctions—ones that could have changed the final outcome.
According to the federation, the historical record does not properly reflect the seriousness of that incident or its impact on the tournament standings.
This request comes shortly after CAF’s recent and controversial decision against Senegal in a separate case, which has already sparked debate across African football. Guinea believes that decision sets a new precedent and supports the need to re-examine past tournaments, including the 1976 AFCON.
Officials say the goal is to achieve “sporting justice and historical accuracy,” stressing that even decisions made decades ago should be reviewed if new interpretations of CAF rules or fresh precedents come to light.
The 1976 AFCON, hosted in Ethiopia, remains one of the most unusual editions of the tournament, as it was decided through a final group stage rather than a traditional final match. Morocco were declared champions, but Guinea now argues that the circumstances surrounding that victory deserve a fresh look.
CAF has not yet responded to the request. However, the move is likely to reignite discussions about fairness, consistency, and accountability in African football governance.
If CAF agrees to review the case, it could lead to one of the most significant historical reassessments in AFCON history.
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