US EditionSenegal win their second AFCON title after beating hosts Morocco 1-0 in final
- On Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, Senegal national team defeated hosts Morocco national team 1-0 at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, with Pape Gueye scoring in the fourth minute of extra time before 66,526 fans.
- The Senegalese Football Federation said it filed a formal complaint over inadequate security, refused training at Mohammed VI Complex, and criticized the 2,850 tickets allocation as insufficient.
- A VAR review produced a stoppage-time penalty for a foul on Brahim Diaz by El Hadji Malick Diouf, Senegal players walked off in protest, and Edouard Mendy saved Diaz's spot-kick.
- Sadio Mané appears to have played his last AFCON as Senegal squad prepares for the United States World Cup in June, while officials said inquiries will examine conduct and organisation.
- Morocco had hoped a home win would end a 50-year wait and justify heavy stadium and transport investments while hosting three Women’s Africa Cup tournaments, with the third starting March 17.
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On Sunday evening in Rabat, the African Cup came to an end with unworthy scenes. Here, the international press voices for the scandal finale ... In the final game, Senegal prevailed with 1-0 after extension against host Morocco. A controversial VAR decision, a held penalty by Brahim Díaz and an interim protest by the Senegalese shape an emotion-packed finale, which Pape Gueye ultimately decides.The international media react as shocked as they ar…
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