The controversy stems from Match No. 52 of the AFCON 2025 in Morocco, where a complaint during the game triggered disciplinary proceedings. While the CAF\u2019s disciplinary board had earlier ruled in Senegal\u2019s favour, that decision was overturned by the CAF\u2019s appeals committee.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Senegal had beaten Morocco 1-0 in the January 18 AFCON final, but the match was marred by controversy when Senegal's players refused to continue after Morocco was awarded a stoppage-time penalty with the score level. Play resumed after a 17-minute delay. Brahim Diaz's penalty was saved before Pape Gueye scored the winner for Senegal in extra time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The CAF Appeals Board sided with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), stating that Morocco\u2019s right to be heard had not been respected in the initial proceedings. The appeal board ruled that Senegal had breached Articles 82 and 84 of the tournament regulations. As a result, the match was awarded to Morocco as a 3-0 forfeit victory. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
In response to the CAF Appeals Committee decison, the Senegalese Football Federation has labelled the decision \u201cunfair, unprecedented and unacceptable,\u201d warning that it undermines the credibility of African football. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
The CAF Appeals Board sided with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), stating that Morocco\u2019s right to be heard had not been respected in the initial proceedings. The appeal board ruled that Senegal had breached Articles 82 and 84 of the tournament regulations. As a result, the match was awarded to Morocco as a 3-0 forfeit victory. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The FSF reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the values \u200b\u200bof integrity and sporting justice, and will keep the public informed of the follow-up to this matter.<\/p>\r\n\r\n