The case centres on the controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, which Senegal originally won 1–0 after extra time against hosts Morocco in Rabat.
Dispute Background
The controversy erupted late in regulation time when Senegal players briefly walked off the pitch in protest over a penalty awarded to Morocco. While the match resumed and Senegal secured victory on the field, CAF’s Appeal Board later overturned the result.
Citing Articles 82 and 84 of its regulations regarding unauthorised walk-offs, the board declared Senegal to have forfeited the match, awarding Morocco a 3–0 victory and the title.
Senegal is now seeking to have the forfeiture ruling completely set aside and to be officially reinstated as the 2025 AFCON champions.
Hearing and Next Steps
The closed-door hearing will be conducted before a designated CAS Arbitral Panel in Lausanne. No specific date has been confirmed for the delivery of the final verdict, as deliberations can take several weeks or months following the hearing.
This legal battle has significant implications for the integrity of African football governance and the final standings of one of the continent’s most prestigious tournaments.
The football world will be closely watching the outcome, which could reshape the record books for the 2025 AFCON.