The Moroccan Football Federation has threatened legal action against Senegal over plans to display the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy during an upcoming international friendly in France.

The dispute follows a controversial ruling by the Confederation of African Football Appeal Board, which stripped Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and awarded it to Morocco, overturning the result of the final.

Despite the decision, Senegal are reportedly preparing to parade the trophy ahead of their friendly against Peru at the Stade de France, a move that has triggered a strong response from Moroccan authorities.

Moroccan lawyer Mourad Elajouti confirmed that formal notices have been sent to event organisers, including the stadium operators, warning against any public presentation of the trophy.

According to Elajouti, proceeding with the display would amount to recognising a title that has already been revoked by football’s governing authorities.

He argued that following the CAF Appeal Board’s ruling on March 17, the trophy legally belongs to Morocco, and any attempt by Senegal to present it could be deemed unlawful.

Morocco is also considering escalating the matter through legal channels, including the possibility of placing the trophy under judicial custody pending a final resolution.

The case could yet be taken to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, as the dispute over the 2025 AFCON title continues to deepen. (BusinessDay)