A Moroccan appeals court has confirmed the sentences for 18 Senegalese football fans arrested in the aftermath of a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match between Senegal and Morocco. The supporters were detained following incidents in Rabat after the match on November 16, 2025.
The Rabat Court of Appeal upheld the initial verdicts on Monday, April 13, 2026. The sentences range from six months to one year in prison, with fines also imposed. According to reports, some of the convicted individuals are scheduled to be released this Saturday, April 18, 2026, having served their terms.
The case has drawn attention from human rights groups and diplomatic channels. The Senegalese government has reportedly been engaged in consular efforts regarding the detainees since their arrest last year.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions that can arise from high-stakes international football matches. Moroccan authorities maintain that the legal proceedings followed due process.
