Former Senegal international Boucary Dramé recently spoke about the ongoing legal dispute regarding the CAN 2025 title in African football, admitting that the national team of Morocco could legitimately be crowned champions if the Court of Arbitration for Sport rules in their favour.
A Legal Battle Over the CAN 2025 Final
In statements reported by the media outlet Goal, the former Paris Saint-Germain player explained that with the case now resting in the hands of the Lausanne-based court, all scenarios remain entirely possible. The dispute follows an appeal filed by the Senegalese football federation against an appellate decision by the Confederation of African Football, which previously declared Senegal defeated in the final and awarded Morocco a three-nil victory along with the continental trophy.
Dramé Calls for Sporting Fair Play
While acknowledging that he personally hopes for a different outcome, Dramé stressed that the rule of law must prevail in such sports conflicts. He urged all stakeholders within Senegalese football to accept the upcoming verdict with sportsmanship, emphasizing that respecting judicial decisions remains an absolute obligation even when results clash with passionate fan expectations.
Reflections on African Football Image
The former defender also expressed regret over the negative impact that the events surrounding the CAN 2025 final have had on the global image of football across the continent. He believes this crisis highlights urgent structural flaws that must be addressed to elevate the standards of future continental competitions.
The definitive ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne is now eagerly awaited to finally settle the dispute and officially determine the rightful winner of the prestigious African trophy.
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