The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has fixed October 8, 2026, as the date to hear Senegal’s appeal against the Confederation of African Football (CAF)’s decision to strip them of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title.
The Switzerland-based court, regarded as the highest independent body for resolving sports-related disputes, announced that both parties will present their cases at its headquarters in Lausanne.
Senegal was controversially stripped of the 2025 AFCON title by CAF following allegations of age falsification involving some players in their squad. The decision sparked widespread outrage in Senegal and among football stakeholders across the continent.
The West African nation promptly filed an appeal at CAS, seeking to overturn CAF’s ruling and reclaim the trophy they believe they won fairly on the pitch.
The upcoming hearing is expected to be closely watched by the African football community, as it could have far-reaching implications for the integrity of continental competitions and the enforcement of age-grade regulations.
CAF has maintained that its decision was based on credible evidence, while Senegal has consistently argued that the process was flawed and the punishment disproportionate.
The outcome of the October 8 hearing could either uphold CAF’s decision or lead to a landmark reversal that would significantly affect the 2025 AFCON records.
Football fans and officials across Africa are eagerly awaiting the final verdict from the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
