afcon final

African football has spent decades fighting to be judged on its quality rather than its chaos. That is why the scenes from the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal were so troubling, not only for what happened on the pitch, but for what they symbolised off it...

The Digest: Following Senegal's extra-time victory over Morocco in the 2025 AFCON final, former Nigerian internationals have reacted to the match's controversial events. Ex-captain Mikel John Obi criticized the referee's decision-making, particularly the quick penalty award to Morocco and the...

The Digest: Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, securing their second continental title. The match was defined by late drama, including a disallowed Senegal goal and a controversial penalty awarded to Morocco in stoppage time, which led to a...

The Digest: During the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, Senegal’s team walked off the pitch in protest after referee Jean-Jacques Ndala awarded Morocco a stoppage-time penalty. The incident occurred in the 98th minute when defender El Hadji Malick Diouf was adjudged to have fouled Brahim Diaz...

The Digest: The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final will see reigning champions Senegal face host nation Morocco at Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah in Rabat. The match, scheduled for a 21:00 SAST kick-off on January 18, 2026, pits two unbeaten tournament sides against each other. Senegal will be...