Senegal is crowned champion of the African Cup of Nations after an exciting victory over Morocco in a historic final – Algerian Al-Hiwar newspaper

Muhammad Yassin Mansour

On an unforgettable football night, and in a hot atmosphere Prince Moulay Abdullah Stadium in the capital, Rabatto kidnap Senegal national team championship Africa Cup of Nations 2025A valuable victory 1-0Against the Moroccan national team, in the final match that was held in the evening Sunday . This coronation was an affirmation of the strength and determination of Senegal, which prevailed in the extra half after an exciting 90 minutes of a goalless draw.

The decisive moment – a goal in extra time

The decisive goal came in the first extra period, when the Senegal star succeeded My father is jealous Seizing the right moment, he received a rebound from the middle of the field and moved efficiently before firing a powerful shot at the bird in the upper corner of the goal. Yassin BonoHe scored the winning goal that took Senegal to the podium.

Drama and controversy before the goal

The match was not devoid of moments of excitement and excitement from the start:
90 minutes equivalent: Regular time ended in a goalless draw, despite intense Moroccan attempts from both sides and shots Brahim Diaz Ayoub Al-KaabiAnd decisive saves from the Senegal goalkeeper Edward Mendy.

Controversial penalty kick:In stoppage time, it was announced Penalty kick for Morocco After reviewing the video referee (VAR), however Brahim Diaz He missed it after goalkeeper Mendy blocked it brilliantly, in one of the most exciting moments in the match.

Senegal protest: Because of the decision to award the penalty kick, it was reported that the Senegal administration and its technical staff asked the players to temporarily withdraw from the field in an unusual scene, before returning to continue playing.

Technical analysis of the confrontation

The Senegalese team crowned its brilliance throughout the tournament with a balanced performance between defense and attack, relying on the experience of its players in dealing with decisive moments. On the other hand, despite Morocco’s relative control of the ball and its constant efforts to open the game, Senegal proved more effective in exploiting limited opportunities and converting them into goals.

Notable statistics before the final:

Senegal scored 12 goals in the tournament, compared to only two goals in defence.
Morocco only failed defensively once throughout the tournament, making the final a challenge for Senegal against a strong defence.
Senegal’s national team has previously won Africa Cup of Nations in 2021While Morocco was searching for its first title since 1976.

Reactions after the coronation

After the final whistle, celebrations spread among the Senegalese fans in the stands and outside the stadium, expressing pride in this new achievement that adds another title to the “Lions of Teranga” coffers. On the other hand, the Moroccan fans were clearly sad, despite the team’s honorable performance throughout the tournament.

Yesterday, the Moroccan dream of the continental Champions League met the ambition of the Senegalese in a final in which tactics and determination shined, with Senegal emerging victorious with a single goal in extra time, writing a new chapter in the history of African football. This copy remains Nations of Africa One of the most exciting and exciting, with a dramatic atmosphere among the best on the continent.