Overview
- Pape Gueye scored in the 94th minute of extra time to secure Senegal’s 1-0 victory over host Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
- A late Senegal goal was ruled out before VAR prompted a stoppage-time penalty for Morocco, triggering a brief walk-off by the Senegal squad.
- Brahim Díaz attempted a Panenka from the spot, but Édouard Mendy saved to keep the final level and force extra time.
- Congo’s Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo refereed the contentious match, which featured prolonged delays and widespread protests over key decisions.
- The triumph is Senegal’s second African title after 2021, capping a final framed by pre-match FSF complaints about security arrangements in Rabat.