RABAT, Morocco – In a pulsating final, Senegal drowned hosts Morocco 1-0 to claim the Africa Cup of Nations title. Pape Gueye’s extra-time strike sent the Teranga Lions into raptures, capping an impressive tournament.
The first half was a tense, cagey affair, with both teams canceling each other out. Morocco’s Sofiane Boufal and Achraf Hakimi threatened on the wings, but Senegal’s defense held firm, with Kalidou Koulibaly marshaling the backline.
The second half saw a shift in momentum, with Senegal pushing for a breakthrough. Sadio Mané’s clever movement caused Morocco’s defense headaches, but it was Brahim Díaz’s late penalty miss that set the stage for the drama. The Senegalese team had walked off the pitch in protest of the penalty decision, sparking chaos and clashes between fans and stewards.
After a 14-minute delay, the game resumed, and Gueye seized his chance, sweeping home the winner in the 4th minute of extra time.
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