India, March 18 -- The Senegal government have called for an independent international investigation after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) decided to strip its Africa Cup of Nations title and controversially awarded it to Mexico.

The controversy stems from the chaotic incident in the final's second-half stoppage time, when Morocco were awarded a penalty with the scoreline at 0-0. In reaction, many Senegal players walked off the pitch, protesting the referee's decision.

After a lengthy absence, Sadio Mane managed to convince his teammates to return, followed by Brahim Diaz missing the penalty. Then Pape Gueye scored the winner in extra time, as Senegal clinched a 1-0 victory.

Fast forward to Tuesday this week, and the CAF de...