"Senegal's players walked off the pitch in protest when hosts Morocco were awarded a stoppage-time penalty before eventually returning. Following an appeal by the Moroccan FA, the Confederation of African Football ruled that Senegal had forfeited the match, with the result being recorded as 3-0 in favor of Morocco."
"Cas director general Matthieu Reeb added: 'We understand that teams and fans are eager to know the final decision, and we will ensure that arbitration proceedings are conducted as swiftly as possible, while respecting the right of all parties to a fair hearing.'"
"Raymond Hack, the former head of Caf's disciplinary panel, previously told BBC World Service the process could take another six months to conclude, meaning it would be ongoing during the World Cup."
Senegal was stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title after a controversial final against Morocco, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Senegal but was later changed to a 3-0 win for Morocco. The decision followed a stoppage-time penalty awarded to Morocco, leading Senegal's players to protest. The Confederation of African Football ruled in favor of Morocco after an appeal. Senegal has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, which will conduct proceedings swiftly, though no timeline for a decision has been established.
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