Things continue to evolve in the aftermath of the controversial final between Senegal and Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. On Tuesday evening, the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) took to the public through an official statement to announce its appearance before the CAF disciplinary jury. This move comes in line with the procedure initiated following the match officials’ report and the reservations filed by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
In this context, the FSF, represented by its Secretary General, attended the hearing, legally assisted by Master Seydou Diagne, a lawyer well-known in the sports field for his expertise in African football cases. According to the Federation, this defense aims to shed light on the accusations against the national team and to preserve the image and integrity of Senegalese football both on the continent and internationally.
But the Federation was not alone. National coach Pape Thiaw, along with players Illiman Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr, also faced the CAF disciplinary body. Each had the opportunity to present their arguments, explain the circumstances of the match, and clarify the facts surrounding the incidents that occurred during the final. According to information shared by the FSF, the participation of these key figures illustrates Senegal’s commitment to respond transparently to the raised questions and defend its sporting interests.
The case was then put into deliberation by the disciplinary jury. The chairwoman of the commission set a deadline of 48 hours to deliver the final decision. During this period, CAF will thoroughly analyze the presented elements, including the FSF’s arguments and the testimonies of the players and the coach. This step is crucial to determine if any sanctions will be applied and to clarify the official status of Senegal’s victory in this historic final.
Thus, the Senegalese Football Federation reaffirms its commitment to defend its players, staff, and the honor of national football, while respecting the disciplinary framework of CAF. The coming hours are set to be decisive for Senegal, whose image and credibility in continental football remain at the heart of discussions.
