The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has scheduled a hearing for October 8, 2026, to address Senegal's appeal regarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final against Morocco. The match, held on February 8, 2025, ended with Morocco winning 2-1, but Senegal has contested the result, citing alleged officiating errors.
Senegal's football federation (FSF) filed an official complaint with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) shortly after the final, claiming that a penalty awarded to Morocco was questionable and that a Senegalese goal was disallowed incorrectly. CAF rejected the protest in March 2025, prompting Senegal to take the case to CAS.
The CAS hearing will take place at its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland. A decision is expected within weeks of the hearing. If CAS rules in Senegal's favor, it could order a replay or other remedies, though such outcomes are rare in football arbitration.
Morocco's victory marked their second CAN title, while Senegal sought to defend their 2021 championship. The case has drawn significant attention across Africa, highlighting ongoing debates about refereeing standards in continental competitions.
