Senegal’s national team will each pocket 20 million FCFA (around €30,400) if they lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Morocco.
The Senegalese Football Federation finalised the bonus structure as the team prepares for the tournament with renewed ambition.
Pape Thiaw’s side hopes to reclaim continental glory after falling in the round of 16 during the last edition of the competition.
The new financial package marks a significant reduction compared to 2021, when Sadio Mané and his teammates earned 50 million FCFA (about €76,000) each for winning their first AFCON title in Cameroon.
The revised figure reflects a strategic financial adjustment but still serves as a strong incentive for the squad to deliver another successful campaign.
Pape Thiaw has built a formidable team since taking charge, instilling confidence and competitiveness across the squad.
The Lions of Teranga, who lifted the AFCON trophy for the first time four years ago, view the 2025 tournament as a chance to confirm their status among Africa’s elite.
The Senegalese camp believes this group can replicate — or even surpass — their past achievements.
Senegal face a tough challenge in Group D, which features the Democratic Republic of Congo, Benin, and Botswana.
The group stage will test the team’s depth and consistency, but Thiaw’s men have already shown resilience and tactical discipline under his leadership.
Their AFCON journey begins on 23 December 2025, when they play Botswana at 17:00 GMT in the Grand Stade de Tangier.
This opening match offers an early opportunity to set the tone for their campaign and build momentum towards the knockout stages.
Sadio Mané, one of the team’s leaders and a symbol of Senegalese football, remains focused on winning a second continental crown. He understands the expectations that come with representing a football-loving nation eager for more success.
The squad has maintained strong unity in training camps and qualification matches, boosting belief that a second title is within reach.
The financial bonus, while lower than the 2021 reward, underscores the federation’s confidence in the players’ ability to achieve greatness again.
It also highlights a broader focus on long-term development and sustainable success rather than short-term financial incentives.
Fans back home share the players’ determination, with anticipation growing as the tournament approaches.
Supporters view AFCON 2025 as an opportunity for redemption after the team’s disappointing exit in the previous edition.
Many believe Senegal now possess the maturity, experience, and quality to dominate on the continental stage once again.
As preparations intensify, Senegal’s objective remains clear: win the trophy and bring glory back home. The squad’s mix of star power, tactical discipline, and collective hunger makes them one of the favourites heading into the competition.
If successful, the 20 million FCFA reward will be more than just a financial bonus — it will symbolise the culmination of a mission that began after their early exit last time out.
