The African Tribune

The Senegalese U17 national football team secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Tunisia in a preparatory friendly match for the upcoming African Nations Cup U17. The game took place at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium, with the decisive goal scored by Cheikh Omar Sy. Under the guidance of coach Lamine Sané, the young Lions will now head to Morocco to continue their preparations before the tournament begins. Their first group-stage match is scheduled for May 14 at 4:00 PM, where they will face South Africa. Tournament groups and key matchups The 2026 African Nations Cup U17, hosted by Morocco from May 13 to June 2, will feature several competitive groups. Below are the key matchups: Group A: Morocco (defending champions), Tunisia, Egypt, Ethiopia Group B: Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Ug...

The legal battle for the CAN 2025 trophy continues The dispute surrounding the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) is gaining momentum. Following the appeal lodged by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has set May 7 as the deadline for the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) to present its defense. A contest against CAF's administrative decision This timeline follows the standard legal procedure after a formal challenge is filed. The FSF is challenging both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the FRMF after a ruling that stripped Sénégal of its victory. While the Sénégal team initially won the match 1-0 on the pitch, an administrative decision later awarded the win to Maroc. The CAS previously acknowledged receip...

Arthur Zagré, a left-back nurtured at Paris Saint-Germain and capped by France at youth levels, has made a bold career move by switching his international allegiance to Burkina Faso. The 24-year-old defender, who boasts 23 caps and 2 goals for the French U18 and U19 teams, will now don the colors of the Burkina Faso national team, representing the land of his ancestors. Currently plying his trade at Excelsior Rotterdam in the Dutch Eredivisie, Zagré has been a standout performer this season, netting 3 goals and providing 2 assists. According to insiders close to the Burkina Faso national setup, his decision to join the Étalons was influenced by his ancestral ties. Under the guidance of head coach Amir Abdou since March, the Burkinabè squad is set to benefit from Zagré’s versatility and ex...

FSF clarifies 100,000 FCFA payments to U15 Lionceaux champions Following their triumph at the African School Football Championship in Zimbabwe, the Senegalese U15 Lionceaux team received widespread acclaim—and a financial reward that sparked significant debate. Reports indicated that each player was presented with an envelope containing 100,000 FCFA, a move that raised eyebrows across the sporting community. In response to the growing controversy, the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF) issued a formal statement on Thursday to dispel misunderstandings and clarify the nature of the payment. FSF addresses payment controversy: what the regulations say The FSF emphasized that, in strict alignment with Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) regulations governing school-level c...

Legal battle over CAN 2025 intensifies as Senegal escalates appeal at TAS The Senegalese Football Federation has reached a critical juncture in its legal challenge against the Royal Moroccan Football Federation regarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. On 7 May 2026, the latter must submit its defense brief to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS), marking a pivotal moment in the dispute. Key allegations and CAF's controversial decision The appeal centers on the Confederation of African Football (CAF)'s ruling that awarded Morocco a 3-0 forfeit victory over Senegal. This decision has been met with strong opposition from the Senegalese side, which is now demanding a full reconsideration of the case through legal channels. The legal maneuvering has drawn significant attention from foo...

Government Takes Decisive Step in Electoral Reform In a landmark political decision, the Ivorian government has dissolved the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) following a cabinet meeting on May 6. The move terminates an institution that has played a central role in the country’s democratic process since its establishment in 2001, leaving the electoral framework for future votes in flux. A Bold Move to Restore Public Confidence The executive branch, represented by government spokesperson Minister Amadou Coulibaly, framed the dissolution as a strategic shift rather than an end in itself. The stated goal is to rebuild trust between voters and the electoral administration, ensuring elections proceed without disruption. « Our priority is to create a sustainable system that guarantees pea...