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CAS to Review Senegal's Appeal Against CAF Over 2025 Title

3/26/2026

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Summary

Senegal Challenges CAF

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has registered Senegal's appeal against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Morocco over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.
Senegal's Football Federation seeks to overturn CAF's March 17 decision, which forfeited Senegal after a walk-off and awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory.
CAS will form an arbitral panel to review the case, but timelines remain uncertain due to a suspension request.

History

Historical Context

The Africa Cup of Nations has a history of controversy, notably in 1988 when Cameroon defeated Nigeria 1-0 amid officiating disputes. This legacy continues as Senegal's Football Federation appeals against a forfeiture after a walk-off during the 2025 final against Morocco, reflecting ongoing governance challenges within the Confederation of African Football (CAF) that impact tournament integrity and fairness.

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Senegal Challenges CAF

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has registered Senegal's appeal against the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Morocco over the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.
Senegal's Football Federation seeks to overturn CAF's March 17 decision, which forfeited Senegal after a walk-off and awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory.
CAS will form an arbitral panel to review the case, but timelines remain uncertain due to a suspension request.

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