Senegalese Federation Attacks Africa Cup of Nations Organization in Official Statement.. Discover the Details
The Senegalese Football Federation issued an official statement detailing what it described as organizational violations that accompanied the Senegal national team's delegation before their match against Morocco in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The federation confirmed that the statement comes within the framework of full transparency and its commitment to protecting the rights of the Senegalese national team and defending its interests ahead of the anticipated continental final.
The Senegalese federation pointed out a clear deficiency in the security arrangements upon the team's arrival at Rabat train station, considering that what happened exposed the players and coaching staff to risks unfit for a final match.
The statement also addressed the accommodation issue, explaining that the delegation only secured a five-star hotel after submitting a formal written protest, to ensure a suitable environment for the players' comfort before the crucial match.
The federation also announced its refusal to hold training sessions at the Mohammed VI Complex, as it is the designated training center for the Moroccan national team, emphasizing that this undermines the principle of equal opportunities, especially given the lack of official notification regarding an alternative training location.
The federation described the ticket allocation as concerning, as the VIP quota was limited to only two tickets, with no additional tickets available, unlike what happened in the semi-final.
Despite the restrictions, the union managed to purchase 300 tickets for the first category, 850 for the second category, and 1,700 for the third category, emphasizing that these numbers do not match the large Senegalese public turnout.
In conclusion, the Senegalese Federation called on the African Football Confederation and the local organizing committee to intervene urgently to ensure integrity, equal opportunities, and the safety of all participants in the continental event.
The federation confirmed that the statement comes within the framework of full transparency and its commitment to protecting the rights of the Senegalese national team and defending its interests ahead of the anticipated continental final.
The Senegalese federation pointed out a clear deficiency in the security arrangements upon the team's arrival at Rabat train station, considering that what happened exposed the players and coaching staff to risks unfit for a final match.
The statement also addressed the accommodation issue, explaining that the delegation only secured a five-star hotel after submitting a formal written protest, to ensure a suitable environment for the players' comfort before the crucial match.
The federation also announced its refusal to hold training sessions at the Mohammed VI Complex, as it is the designated training center for the Moroccan national team, emphasizing that this undermines the principle of equal opportunities, especially given the lack of official notification regarding an alternative training location.
The federation described the ticket allocation as concerning, as the VIP quota was limited to only two tickets, with no additional tickets available, unlike what happened in the semi-final.
Despite the restrictions, the union managed to purchase 300 tickets for the first category, 850 for the second category, and 1,700 for the third category, emphasizing that these numbers do not match the large Senegalese public turnout.
In conclusion, the Senegalese Federation called on the African Football Confederation and the local organizing committee to intervene urgently to ensure integrity, equal opportunities, and the safety of all participants in the continental event.