FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly criticised the actions of some Senegal players, officials and supporters after chaotic scenes overshadowed Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final, despite Senegal eventually lifting the trophy with a dramatic extra-time victory over hosts Morocco.
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has spoken of his deep disappointment after the Atlas Lions suffered a painful defeat to Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has revealed that the Teranga Lions came close to walking off the pitch during the AFCON 2025 final after a controversial late penalty decision threatened to derail their title hopes.
Senegal were crowned champions of Africa for the second time in their history after edging hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in a gripping 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final in Rabat.
Fresh from crushing semi-final exits at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt and Nigeria return to action on Saturday with pride and bronze medals at stake in the third-place playoff.
Egypt suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Senegal, while Nigeria endured further heartbreak as they were edged out by hosts Morocco on penalties after a tense goalless draw in Rabat. With title dreams dashed, both heavyweights must now refocus for one final push to end their campaigns on a positive note.
Ghana’s Black Queens have been drawn into a manageable yet competitive group for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following the official draw held in Salé, Morocco.
