They will soon be reunited with their loved ones thanks to the Royal Pardon that His Majesty King Mohammed VI has chosen to grant them on the occasion of Eid al-Adha."
President Faye expressed his gratitude for the diplomatic resolution, which coincides with the upcoming Islamic holiday celebrated in Morocco.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe said: "On behalf of the CAF Member Associations who represent 54 African countries, I would like to express our deep gratitude to His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, for granting His Royal Pardon to the Senegalese supporters convicted of offences relating to the Final Match of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025."
Dr. Motsepe noted that the decision highlighted the diplomatic relations between the two West and North African nations.
The Royal Office of Morocco stated: "Through this High Decision, His Majesty the King, may God glorify Him, attests to the depth of the strong bonds of friendship, fraternity and cooperation uniting the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Senegal."
The statement from the royal court noted that the decision was made ahead of Eid al-Adha to reflect bilateral solidarity.
"This pardon further reflects the enduring cardinal values underpinning the Moroccan identity, foremost among them clemency, benevolence, generosity and the spirit of tolerance," the Royal Office of Morocco added.
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