The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has confirmed it will rule “as swiftly as possible” on Senegal’s appeal after the Senegal national football team were stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title, MySportDab Reports.
Senegal had originally defeated the Morocco national football team 1-0 in the final on January 18. However, the result was later overturned by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), who awarded Morocco a 3-0 victory after ruling that Senegal had forfeited the match.
The controversy stemmed from a dramatic moment late in the game, when Senegal players briefly walked off the pitch in protest following a stoppage-time penalty awarded to the hosts. Although they eventually returned to complete the match, the incident proved decisive.
CAF’s ruling came after an appeal by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), which argued that Senegal’s actions breached competition regulations.
Senegal have now taken their case to CAS in a bid to have the original result reinstated and reclaim the continental title.
CAS Director General Matthieu Reeb acknowledged the urgency of the situation but stressed that due process must be followed.
“We understand that teams and fans are eager to know the final decision, and we will ensure proceedings are conducted as swiftly as possible while respecting the right of all parties to a fair hearing,” he said.
No timeline has been set for a verdict, raising the possibility that the case could extend for several months. Former CAF disciplinary head Raymond Hack suggested the process could take up to six months, potentially overlapping with the upcoming World Cup.
