Guinea’s CAS hearing over AFCON qualifier against Tanzania set for November 17 in Lausanne

The Guinean Football Federation (FEGUIFOOT) has officially announced that the long-awaited hearing before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Tanzania will take place on November 17, 2025, in Lausanne, Switzerland.

A ruling is expected within the same week as the hearing.

In a statement released by FEGUIFOOT, the Federation revealed that it will be represented by Eleven & Law, a Belgium-based firm renowned for its expertise in international sports law and arbitration.

The case centers on the alleged violation of CAF’s regulations on player eligibility during the crucial qualifier between Guinea and Tanzania.

According to the Federation, all written submissions and evidence have been duly exchanged between the involved parties, allowing FEGUIFOOT to present its substantive legal and sporting arguments.

The Federation emphasized that the arbitration process is being conducted under conditions of strict confidentiality, in accordance with CAS procedural norms, ensuring impartiality and integrity.

“True to its commitment to fairness and integrity in African football, FEGUIFOOT is approaching this final stage with confidence and determination,” the statement read.

“We reaffirm our desire to defend, with respect for the law and the spirit of sport, the legitimate interests of Guinean football.”

The Federation also urged all Guinean football stakeholders and supporters to remain calm, united, and supportive of the Syli National during this crucial period.

The outcome of this appeal could have significant implications for Guinea’s participation in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, and by extension, the broader debate surrounding player eligibility and CAF’s regulatory enforcement in African football.

FEGUIFOOT’s composure and professionalism throughout the process underscore its broader ambition – to safeguard the reputation and progress of Guinean football on and off the pitch.