Sky Bet has announced it will pay out on both Morocco and Senegal winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), in a rare act of generosity by the bookmaker. The decision comes after Morocco were initially declared winners, but Senegal also claimed victory in a separate match.
The bookmaker confirmed that customers who placed bets on either team to win the tournament will receive their winnings, despite only one team being the official champion. This move is seen as a goodwill gesture to avoid customer frustration over the unusual outcome.
Other bookmakers are expected to follow suit, with several already indicating they will honour bets on both nations. The decision marks a U-turn for some agencies that had initially only paid out on Morocco.
The 2025 AFCON tournament saw Morocco and Senegal both crowned winners after a controversial final match. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has yet to comment on the dual victory.
