The Senegalese national football team has been crowned champions of African football after defeating host nation Morocco in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The highly anticipated final, played in front of a packed home crowd, saw Senegal overcome the Atlas Lions to secure the continental title, marking another major milestone in the country’s football history.
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Morocco, which hosted the tournament, put up a spirited performance throughout the competition and entered the final with strong hopes of lifting the trophy on home soil. However, Senegal’s composure, tactical discipline, and determination proved decisive on the night.
With the victory, Senegal reaffirm their status as one of Africa’s football powerhouses, adding the 2025 AFCON title to their growing list of achievements at the international level.
The triumph has sparked widespread celebrations among Senegalese fans both at home and across the diaspora, as the team returns to the summit of African football.
AFCON 2025 Final: Senegal vs Morocco
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Match result: Senegal 1–0 Morocco (after extra time).
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Winning goal: Papa Gueye scored in extra time to clinch the victory for Senegal.
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Venue: The final was played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.
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Title significance: This marks Senegal’s second AFCON triumph — their first since winning in 2021.
