CAS Schedules Hearing for AFCON Final Controversy

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has set a hearing date for May 7, 2026, to address the controversy surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, which involved the Senegalese national team and Morocco. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation is expected to appear before the tribunal to present its arguments and clarify its position following Senegal's withdrawal from the highly anticipated final clash.

This situation has drawn significant attention within African football circles, with stakeholders awaiting CAS's ruling, which will determine the outcome of the abandoned fixture and any potential sanctions. The hearing will examine the circumstances leading to Senegal's withdrawal, and CAS aims to establish the facts to deliver a binding decision on the matter.