Rabat – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that its judicial bodies are investigating the violent incidents that marred the CAF Champions League group stage match between Al Ahly of Egypt and ASFAR of Morocco in Cairo on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
In a statement released on Monday, CAF said it “strongly condemns the unacceptable incidents” and confirmed that the matter has been referred to the Disciplinary Board. The governing body pledged that appropriate action will be taken against those proven responsible.
The incidents in Cairo involved sections of Al Ahly supporters throwing bottles and other projectiles at ASFAR players and staff.
The attacks occurred during the match and as the Moroccan team headed to the dressing rooms at halftime, forcing security personnel to intervene.
ASFAR later issued its own statement, denouncing the behavior as a direct threat to player safety and calling on CAF to enforce sanctions in line with its regulations.
This controversy comes against the backdrop of earlier disciplinary measures imposed on ASFAR. Following crowd trouble in the first‑leg meeting between the two sides, CAF’s Disciplinary Committee ordered the Moroccan club to play two matches behind closed doors.
That precedent has fueled debate over whether Al Ahly will face similar punishment, with many observers stressing the need for equal treatment.
CAF’s regulations place clear responsibility on host clubs to guarantee secure conditions inside stadiums and protect players from harm. With video evidence of the Cairo incidents widely circulated on social media, pressure is mounting on the governing body to respond decisively and consistently.
The case now rests with CAF’s Disciplinary Board, which will review reports and evidence before issuing a ruling
For ASFAR, the focus remains on preparing for the knockout rounds of the Champions League, but the fallout from Cairo continues to dominate headlines and raise questions about accountability in African football.
The coming days will reveal whether CAF enforces sanctions against Al Ahly, a decision that could set an important precedent for how fan misconduct is handled across the continent.
