𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋: Senegal have won the AFCON final vs Morocco! That’s number 2 in their history.

Match Overview

Date: January 18, 2026

Venue: Rabat, Morocco

Final Score: Senegal 1 – 0 Morocco (AET)

Winning Goal: Pape Gueye

AFCON 2025 Final: Senegal Breaks Moroccan Hearts in Rabat

Football fans across Africa witnessed pure drama in Rabat as Senegal edged past hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time to claim their second Africa Cup of Nations title. It was a night of passion, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments.

With the score locked at 0-0 late in normal time, Morocco had the chance to seal glory. Brahim Díaz stepped up for a penalty and attempted a cheeky panenka. But Édouard Mendy read it perfectly, catching the ball with ease. The stadium gasped, Senegal’s bench erupted, and momentum shifted instantly.

Just minutes into extra time, Pape Gueye unleashed a thunderous strike in the 94th minute. The ball flew past Morocco’s keeper, silencing the home crowd and sending Senegalese fans into wild celebrations. That single moment etched Gueye’s name into AFCON history.

Morocco’s players and fans were left devastated, their dream of lifting the trophy on home soil shattered.

Senegal’s resilience shone through, with Mendy’s penalty save and Gueye’s goal embodying their fighting spirit.

The match wasn’t just football it was theatre, with protests, controversy, and raw emotion spilling across the pitch.

For Senegal: A second AFCON crown cements their status as one of Africa’s football giants.

For Morocco: Despite their dominance in possession and chances, the missed penalty will haunt them for years.

For Fans: This final will be remembered as one of the most dramatic in recent AFCON history.