Sudanese giants Al Hilal have formally petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to urgently postpone the upcoming fixture between AS FAR and RS Berkane, citing potential repercussions tied to an ongoing complaint.
In their submission, Al Hilal argue that allowing the match to proceed as scheduled could result in “significant damage,” particularly in the event that CAF rules in their favor at a later stage. The club insists that any irreversible outcomes from the fixture could complicate the enforcement of a future decision, thereby undermining the integrity of the competition.
The Sudanese side reinforced their position by referencing multiple provisions within CAF’s disciplinary regulations, emphasizing the legal and procedural basis for their request. According to sources close to the matter, the appeal underscores concerns about fairness and the need to safeguard the competition’s credibility while disputes remain unresolved.
CAF is now expected to review the request as a matter of urgency, with stakeholders across the continent awaiting clarity. A decision either to proceed with or delay the fixture could set an important precedent in how the governing body handles similar disputes in high-stakes competitions.
As tensions rise, the spotlight shifts to CAF’s disciplinary structures and their ability to balance procedural justice with the demands of an ongoing tournament calendar.
