El Hadji Diouf: Senegal Deserves Third Star If CAS Rules in Their Favor
T.E (Elbotola)
27 March 2026at17:58
Former Senegalese player El Hadji Diouf believes that the Senegalese national team should be awarded a third star if the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rules in their favor in the ongoing dispute.
Diouf stated in a press release: "If we win at CAS, we should be awarded a third star."
He added: "The victory would not only be achieved on the field but also off it, which is why Senegal would deserve to be crowned with three stars."
The CAF Appeals Committee had previously announced the withdrawal of the Africa Cup of Nations title from the Senegalese national team following their withdrawal from the tournament final, awarding it to the Moroccan national team.
Q&A
What is El Hadji Diouf's recent claim regarding the Senegalese national team?
El Hadji Diouf recently claimed that the Senegalese national team should be awarded a third star. This would occur if the Court of Arbitration for Sport rules in their favor concerning an ongoing dispute, signifying a victory both on and off the field.
Why does El Hadji Diouf believe Senegal deserves a third star for an off-field victory?
El Hadji Diouf believes an off-field victory at CAS warrants a third star because the CAF Appeals Committee previously withdrew their Africa Cup of Nations title. This decision followed Senegal's withdrawal from the tournament final, awarding it to another team.
What would be the significance if CAS rules in favor of the Senegalese national team?
If CAS rules in favor of the Senegalese national team, it would signify a crucial victory beyond the playing field. According to Diouf, this legal triumph would justify the awarding of a third star, recognizing their success in resolving the dispute.
