African football’s spotlight falls on Morocco and Senegal as the continent’s two top-ranked teams collide in a highly anticipated Cup of Nations final.
The showdown follows Morocco’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Nigeria and Senegal’s hard-fought win against Egypt, sealed late on by star forward Sadio Mane.
Playing on home soil, Morocco have grown into the tournament after some early nerves, sharpening their attacking intent and feeding off a passionate local crowd. Coach Walid Regragui’s bold, aggressive approach has underpinned their surge to the final and revived memories of the country’s past continental glories.
Senegal arrive with the confidence of defending champions and a reputation for consistent scoring throughout the competition. Mané remains central to their hopes, his semifinal heroics underlining both his enduring quality and his drive to lift another major trophy with the Teranga Lions.
With Morocco chasing redemption at home and Senegal targeting back-to-back titles, this final promises a spectacle rich in skill, intensity and storylines that reflect the very best of African football.
