King Mohammed VI of Morocco has granted a royal pardon to several Senegalese nationals who were convicted following disturbances during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final between Morocco and Senegal. The decision, announced on May 24, 2026, was confirmed by the Moroccan Ministry of Justice.
The pardon applies to individuals sentenced for their involvement in clashes that occurred after the match, which Morocco won 2-1. Details on the exact number of beneficiaries and the specific charges were not immediately disclosed by official sources.
This act of clemency comes amid efforts to strengthen diplomatic and cultural ties between Morocco and Senegal. The two nations have historically maintained close relations, and the gesture is seen as a move to ease tensions following the sporting event.
No further information on the identities or sentences of those pardoned has been released at this time.
