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Al-Hilal vs CAF: The Nahda Berkane Crisis

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Adam Moha

07 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Al-Hilal clashes with CAF over player eligibility crisis with Renaissance Berkane.

Al-Hilal vs CAF: The Nahda Berkane Crisis
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"An unprecedented precedent and a conflict of interest"... Al-Hilal lashes out at CAF over the Nahda Berkane crisis

Behind the scenes... Will the qualification result change?

The fallout from the ongoing crisis between Al-Hilal and their rivals Renaissance Berkane continues, following the Sudanese club’s complaint to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) regarding the eligibility of player Hamza Al-Mousawi to feature in the two sides’ matches in the quarter-finals of the African Champions League.

The Crisis Deepens

Al-Hilal has described the situation as "an unprecedented precedent and a conflict of interest". The outcome of the crisis may have significant implications for the qualification result.

  • Al-Hilal and Renaissance Berkane are embroiled in a controversy over player eligibility.
  • The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is yet to make a decision on the matter.
"An unprecedented precedent and a conflict of interest"

What's Next?

The situation is set to unfold with CAF expected to make a decision on the eligibility of Hamza Al-Mousawi. The outcome will have a significant impact on the African Champions League quarter-finals.

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