During a recent African Football Confederation (CAF) executive committee meeting, CAF member Samir Souba expressed his regret towards the Moroccan football team for the perceived injustices suffered during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. Souba asserted that crucial rules were not enforced during the match, leading to what he described as a 'theft' from the Moroccan side. He suggested that disciplinary action should have been taken against all Senegalese players after their exit from the pitch, highlighting the gravity of the situation from his perspective.

Souba also clarified that his remarks did not imply that Senegal should return the trophy, as the outcome of the match cannot be altered. His focus remained on advocating for recognition of the officiating errors that might have influenced the match’s result. He emphasized the importance of humility in acknowledging that the Moroccan national team was indeed wronged, thus calling for a reevaluation of the standards of refereeing within the tournament.

Additionally, CAF's head of referees, Olivier Savaire, commented on the impact of the referees on the match, which adds further fuel to the ongoing debate about officiating integrity in high-stakes games like the Africa Cup of Nations final. This situation raises critical questions regarding fair play and accountability in international football, especially in a tournament that holds significant cultural and competitive prestige across Africa.