US EditionSadio Mane-Inspired Senegal Aim to Conquer Their AFCON Final Jinx Against Hosts Morocco
Senegal scored in all six matches to reach their third final in four editions while Morocco advanced after a penalty shootout and strong defense, conceding only once.
- On Sunday, Senegal face host Morocco in the AFCON final in Rabat, with Sadio Mane saying the match will be his last Afcon appearance.
- Senegal's campaign, now in their third final in four editions, scored in all six matches en route to the decider.
- Senegal booked their final spot with a 1-0 semi win over Egypt in Tangier, while Morocco's defence conceded just one penalty in six matches, containing Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen.
- The final pits the continent's top two ranked sides against each other, with Morocco coach Walid Regragui stating, `Today, we’re reaping the rewards of the golden age of Moroccan football but we mustn’t forget where we come from.'
- Claiming the trophy would confirm Senegal's recent dominance, delivering a second title in three editions, while Morocco's sustained form echoes their 2022 World Cup semi-final run.
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