The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeal Board has ruled that Senegal forfeited the final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), awarding a 3–0 victory to Morocco.
In a media statement, CAF said the decision was taken in accordance with Article 84 of the AFCON regulations, which governs disciplinary measures and match forfeitures.
According to the ruling, Senegal’s national team was deemed to have forfeited the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, with the result officially recorded in favour of the Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF).
The decision effectively hands the match to Morocco, though further details surrounding the circumstances leading to the forfeiture were not immediately disclosed in the statement.
CAF’s Appeal Board is the highest decision-making body for disputes within African football, and its rulings are binding under the governing framework of the organisation.
The development marks a significant outcome in the tournament, as forfeiture decisions in major continental finals are rare and often carry far-reaching implications for the teams involved.
Further clarification from CAF is expected as stakeholders react to the decision.
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