New twist in the case regarding sanctions linked to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final

The appeal lodged by the Moroccan Football Federation has been upheld, paving the way for a full review of the case.

The dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco on 18 January 2026 has yet to reach a final verdict. The relevant bodies of the Confederation of African Football have finally accepted the appeal lodged by Morocco.

This decision resets the disciplinary process, leading to a full review of the case. Consequently, all parties involved must appear again at a new hearing. This reopening could alter the outcome of the case regarding the final and potentially lead to a review of the sanctions previously imposed.

It should be noted that both Senegal and Morocco had been sanctioned by the Disciplinary Committee of the Confederation of African Football.