DR ‹ › The Guinean Football Federation (FGF) has officially dismissed recent rumors spreading across social media and various media outlets. These rumors falsely claim that Guinea is attempting to challenge the outcome of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations match against Morocco. The FGF has clarified that it has not filed any complaints with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) or the Confederation of African Football (CAF) regarding this matter. The federation reminds everyone that the match, held on March 14, 1976, in Addis Ababa and officiated by Zambian referee Nyirenda Chayu, concluded in a 1-1 draw. Guinea initially took the lead with a goal by Chérif Souleymane in the 33rd minute, before Morocco's Ahmed Makrouh, known as «Baba», equalized in the 86th minute. During that tournament, there was no traditional final match. Instead, the winner was determined through a final group stage, with Morocco emerging as the champion and Guinea finishing in second place. The Guinean Football Federation emphasizes its dedication to upholding historical records and sporting regulations. The federation urges media outlets and stakeholders in African football to ensure they rely on verified information, avoiding any misinterpretations that could lead to confusion. It reaffirms its commitment to fair play, mutual respect, and the unity of African football. For the record, Yabiladi has published several articles debunking the myth of a supposed walkout by the Moroccan team during the 1976 match against Guinea. These false claims have even been echoed by major international sports media and include allegations of a complaint by the FGF to the CAF.
