The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has presented its detailed defense arguments to the relevant panels of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS). This action directly responds to the appeal initiated by the Senegalese Football Federation, which disputes the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to grant the CAN 2025 title to Morocco.

According to reports from Hespress, the Moroccan dossier was submitted precisely within the administrative guidelines and legal timeframes stipulated by the TAS.

court of arbitration for sport to review Morocco’s defense

The same source further indicates that the subsequent phase involves the competent TAS body thoroughly scrutinizing the submitted documentation. This body is tasked with meticulously examining the arguments put forth by all involved parties.

Furthermore, the source explicitly denied recent reports suggesting that Morocco and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) had forfeited their right to defend their position due to a supposed late submission.

Explanations clarified that under TAS procedural rules, Sunday is recognized as a non-working day. Consequently, deadlines are automatically extended to the next business day, validating Monday’s submission as fully compliant with applicable regulations.

It is important to recall that the Confederation of African Football’s appeal committee had previously ruled to declare the Senegalese team as having forfeited, awarding a 3-0 victory to Morocco following the departure of Senegalese players from the field during the final match.