Motsipe thanks King Mohammed VI.

Patrice Motsepe, the president of the Confederation of African Football, expressed his deep gratitude to King Mohammed VI following the royal pardon that included Senegalese fans convicted in cases related to the final match of the Africa Cup of Nations "Morocco 2025," which took place between the Moroccan and Senegalese teams on January 18.

Motsepe clarified, in a statement published on the official website of the Confederation of African Football, that he extends, on behalf of the 54 member associations under the umbrella of "CAF," his sincere thanks and appreciation to King Mohammed VI, highlighting that this initiative embodies the values of tolerance and solidarity that unite the peoples of the African continent.

The president of "CAF" confirmed that the Confederation of African Football has remained keen on using football as a means to enhance closeness among African peoples, regardless of their ethnic, racial, and religious affiliations, considering that the royal pardon reflects the humanitarian and unifying role that sports can play within communities.

The same official added that this royal initiative represents "an inspiring and motivating example" of football's ability to bring people together and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood among them, both on the African and global levels, noting his admiration for the historical and close relations between Morocco and Senegal, which he observed during his recent visit to the two countries.

Patrice Motsepe concluded his statement by expressing his wishes for success to the African teams participating in the 2026 World Cup, including Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Ghana, South Africa, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, expressing his confidence in the ability of the continent's representatives to honor African football in the upcoming global event.