The legal battle surrounding the CAN 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco continues to unfold at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) initiated proceedings on March 25, and the CAS has now granted the Royal Moroccan Football Federation an extension until May 7, 2026 to submit its defense.
This decision marks a critical juncture in the ongoing dispute over the outcome of the final match. The FSF has contested the CAF Appeals Jury‘s ruling, which declared Senegal defeated by forfeit and awarded the victory to Morocco with a 3-0 scoreline.
The FSF is pushing to overturn this decision, insisting that Senegal should be recognized as the legitimate winner of the tournament. The legal contention stems from the controversial events that transpired during the final, including player protests over a late penalty awarded to Morocco. Initially, Senegal celebrated a late goal by Pape Gueye, only for the result to be overturned through legal channels.
The Moroccan football federation is reportedly preparing a robust defense to protect its title at the CAS in Lausanne. The upcoming May 7 deadline will be pivotal in determining the next steps in the proceedings, potentially leading to a formal hearing.
