Senegal defeats Morocco 1-0 in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final
The Senegalese national team achieved a 1-0 victory over its Moroccan counterpart in the final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which took place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
The lethal opening goal came through player Pape Gueye, who unleashed a rocket shot that shook the Moroccan net in the 94th minute of the first extra-time period, giving the “Teranga Lions” a precious advantage in a heated final.
The match witnessed a strong tactical struggle between the two teams, as both sides traded control and created several chances before it was settled by individual brilliance and the decisive strike from Pape Gueye, who erupted in joy with his teammates celebrating a goal that could be the most valuable in the tournament’s journey.
The Africa Cup of Nations final also witnessed an unprecedented incident after the Senegalese team decided to withdraw and then return to the pitch during the match against Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in the capital, Rabat, in protest against a refereeing decision in the final minutes of the game.
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