Club Africain has confirmed that it will be appealing the recent decision made by the Tunisian Football Federation’s (FTF) appeals committee, which resulted in the club losing two points.
In an official statement issued today, the club declared its intention to escalate the matter to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and take further legal action.
The decision, announced yesterday evening by the FTF appeals committee, has caused considerable discontent within the club.
As a result, Club Africain’s board of directors has outlined its plans to contest both the ruling and the process by which it was made.
“We will appeal the committee’s decision before the Court of Arbitration for Sport, as we believe the ruling was unjust,” the statement read.
The club emphasized that it is not only contesting the loss of points but also challenging the legitimacy of the appeals committee itself.
The club argued that the committee members had been appointed rather than elected, raising questions about the fairness and transparency of the process.
In addition to its CAS appeal, Club Africain announced its intention to pursue legal action against the Tunisian Football Federation.
The club cited various procedural violations that, in its view, compromised the integrity of the decision-making process.
The specifics of these alleged violations were not detailed, but the club’s steering committee made it clear that they believe the FTF’s actions were in breach of established rules.
Despite the ongoing legal challenges, Club Africain has urged its supporters to remain calm and avoid taking matters into their own hands.
“We ask our fans to maintain composure and trust that we are doing everything in our power to address this issue legally and professionally,” the club stated.
The outcome of this legal battle is yet to unfold, but Club Africain’s determination to pursue its case both within Tunisia and at the international level indicates a resolve to seek justice for what it perceives as an unfair decision.
The case is likely to attract considerable attention, particularly given the high stakes involved for the club and its fanbase.
With the matter now in the hands of legal experts, Club Africain will await the next steps in what is shaping up to be a prolonged and closely watched dispute within the Tunisian football community.
