Senegal emerged as the victors of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night, securing the title with a 1–0 victory over the host nation, Morocco, in a high-stakes final held in Rabat.
The match remained deadlocked throughout regulation time, but the stalemate was finally broken in the 94th minute during extra time.
The tournament-winning goal was delivered by Pape Gueye, who clinical finish decided the “tense contest.”
The climax of the match was filled with drama and “prolonged stoppages,” largely due to a late penalty awarded to Morocco after a VAR review.
However, the hosts were unable to capitalize on the opportunity as Brahim Diaz saw his spot-kick saved by Senegalese shot-stopper Edouard Mendy.
Despite a fierce late surge from the Moroccan side, the Teranga Lions remained resolute to “secure the title,” marking a “dramatic close” to the competition.
In the aftermath of the celebrations, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) published the comprehensive list of tournament winners and individual award honorees.
AFCON 2025 Full Winners List
Champions: Senegal
Runners-up: Morocco
Third place: Nigeria
Fair Play Award: Morocco
Despite losing the final on home soil, Morocco also received the Fair Play Award for their conduct and discipline during the tournament.
Best Player of the Tournament: Sadio Mané (Senegal)
Sadio Mané was named Player of the Tournament after leading Senegal to the title, scoring two goals and playing a key role throughout the competition.
Best Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou (Morocco)
Top Scorer: Brahim Diaz (Morocco)
Despite the final’s outcome, Morocco’s Brahim Diaz concluded the competition as the leading goalscorer, netting “five goals from seven matches.”
His teammate, Yassine Bounou, was honored with the Best Goalkeeper title after delivering a “series of decisive performances” throughout the tournament.
The 2025 AFCON was defined by “moments of drama, controversy and standout performances,” ensuring the prestigious event reached a “memorable close in Rabat.”
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