Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in the AFCON 2025 final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Pape Gueye scored the winning goal in extra time. However, controversy erupted in stoppage time. Officials disallowed a Senegal goal for a foul. Then they awarded Morocco a penalty after a VAR review. Senegal coach Pape Thiaw led his…
CAF takes strong action to maintain discipline in African football. The Confederation of African Football fines the Algerian Football Federation $100,000. In addition, it suspends two key players after ugly post-match scenes in the quarter-final against Nigeria. Quarter-Final Match Sparks Controversy Nigeria defeats Algeria 2-0 in Marrakech on January 10. As a result, tensions erupt…
Officials from the Confederation of African Football suspended Senegal’s head coach Pape Thiaw. They act after a chaotic event in the Africa Cup of Nations final. Senegal defeats Morocco 1-0 in extra time during the match in Rabat. However controversy erupts late in the game. The Controversial Penalty Referees award Morocco a penalty through VAR…
Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe recently explained Morocco’s frequent role in hosting major events. He stated that other nations often avoid bidding due to financial fears. Meanwhile Morocco steps forward to organize tournaments. Moreover Motsepe highlighted this during a press conference. He noted that countries hesitate to host events like the Futsal Cup…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino strongly criticized the chaos during the Africa Cup of Nations final. Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in extra time on January 18, 2026. However the match turned chaotic when Senegal players left the field in protest. The Chaotic Final Moments The drama unfolded in the 98th minute. Referees awarded Morocco a controversial…
Senegal emerged victorious in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. They defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time. This win marks their second AFCON title. The Thrilling Final in Rabat Fans packed the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Both teams displayed strong defense throughout the match. Senegal controlled possession early on.However Morocco created…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles triumphed over Egypt in the AFCON 2025 third-place match. They secured a 4-2 victory on penalties after a goalless draw. Fans in Casablanca witnessed an intense battle at Stade Mohammed V. A Tense Encounter Both teams entered the game after semi-final losses. Nigeria aimed to extend their perfect third-place record. Egypt sought…
Senegal’s football team prepares for a high stakes final. Officials voice serious worries about preparations. Fans and players feel the strain. Security Issues Spark Alarm The Senegalese Football Federation alerts authorities about safety gaps. Players arrive in Rabat without proper protection. Crowds surround the team at the railway station. This exposure raises risks for everyone…
Nigerian football fans unite in praise for defender Calvin Bassey following the Super Eagles’ intense semifinal battle against hosts Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Although Nigeria suffered a 4-2 penalty shootout defeat after a goalless 120 minutes, Bassey’s commanding display stole the spotlight and earned widespread admiration. The match unfolded at Prince…
Morocco thrilled their home fans with a convincing victory over Cameroon in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals. The match took place on January 9, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Goals from Brahim Díaz and Ismael Saibari propelled the hosts into the semifinals for the first time since 2004. This win keeps Morocco’s…
