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Senegal defeated Morocco 1–0 in extra time in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final thanks to a Pape Gueye goal. The match featured a controversial late penalty, a crucial Mendy save, and historic success for Senegal.
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Hosts Morocco reached the 2025 AFCON final by beating Nigeria on penalties, while Senegal secured a 1-0 win over Egypt. Morocco vs Senegal is set for the final in Rabat on 18 January 2026.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles beat Algeria 2–0 in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals, with goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams, advancing to face Morocco in the semi-finals.
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AFCON 2025 is underway in Morocco with strong performances from host nation Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal and Egypt. Here’s a review of the tournament so far, including standout players, tactical trends and key highlights.