TAS Sets Date for Senegal vs. Morocco CAN 2025 Hearing
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has officially announced the date for the hearing regarding the dispute between Senegal and Morocco, the two finalists of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). The much-anticipated hearing is scheduled for October 8, 2025. This follows a dramatic final held on January 18, where Senegal emerged victorious over Morocco with a narrow 1-0 win after extra time. However, the situation took a controversial turn two months later when the Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped Senegal of their title, declaring Morocco the winners by a score of 3-0 due to a disciplinary decision.
The decision stemmed from an incident where Senegal's players left the pitch in protest against the referee's decision to award Morocco a penalty in the closing moments of regular time. Outraged by this ruling, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) escalated the matter to the CAS, seeking to challenge the CAF's ruling. Initially, the verdict from the CAS was expected during the summer, shortly after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, but the hearing was postponed due to a lack of agreement on an expedited process between the parties involved.
In its statement, the CAS emphasized that the hearing would not be public, as the involved parties opted for confidentiality. Following the hearing, the Arbitration Panel will deliberate on the matter, although CAS has indicated that a decision will not be rendered on the same day as the hearing. This situation has sparked considerable tension and debate among football fans and analysts alike, as the outcome could significantly affect the legacy of both teams in African football history.
As reported by sports.fr.
