Dozens of Senegalese football fans have been detained in Morocco following a match between Wydad Casablanca and Senegal's ASC Jaraaf on April 12, 2026. The supporters traveled to Morocco for the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final.
The detentions have drawn significant attention from Senegalese authorities. The Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed it is actively engaged in the case through its embassy in Rabat to ensure the well-being and rights of its citizens are respected.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International's regional office, have called for transparency and due process, urging Moroccan authorities to either formally charge the individuals or release them promptly. The exact number of detainees and the specific legal grounds for their continued detention remain unclear as of April 17, 2026.
The incident has sparked diplomatic dialogue between Senegal and Morocco, with discussions focused on consular access and a swift resolution. The match itself, which ended in a 1-1 draw, saw Wydad Casablanca advance to the semi-finals.
