Morocco vs Senegal | Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium | CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 – Final

The grand finale of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025! Hosts Morocco, chasing their first continental title since 1976, face defending champions Senegal in a blockbuster showdown at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The Atlas Lions seek to end a 50-year wait with home support, while the Lions of Teranga aim for a second crown in four editions under Pape Thiaw.

Tournament Journey

Morocco (hosts, ranked No. 1 in Africa) topped Group A and advanced with defensive masterclasses: wins over Comoros (2-0), Zambia (3-0), draw vs Mali (1-1), then Cameroon (2-0) in quarters and Nigeria (0-0, won on pens in semis). They've conceded just one goal all tournament.

Senegal (2021 champions) produced a dominant campaign: strong group performances, then victories over Mali (1-0 in quarters? wait, path included Egypt 1-0 in semis). They've scored in every match (12 goals total) while conceding only two, with Edouard Mendy starring.

Team News and Predicted Lineups

Morocco (Atlas Lions): No major new injuries; Azzedine Ounahi (calf) fit to start. Brahim Díaz (5 goals, tournament top scorer) in sensational form. Achraf Hakimi (2025 African Footballer of the Year) provides width. Youssef En-Nesyri key up front.

Predicted Morocco XI (4-3-3): Yassine Bounou; Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd, Adam Masina, Noussair Mazraoui; Bilal El Khannouss, Sofyan Amrabat, Ismael Saibari; Brahim Díaz, Ayoub El Kaabi, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli.

Senegal (Lions of Teranga): No fresh concerns; Sadio Mané (key goal in semi vs Egypt) leads. Idrissa Gueye anchors midfield. Edouard Mendy (multiple clean sheets) in goal. Nicolas Jackson and Iliman Ndiaye provide support.

Predicted Senegal XI (4-3-3): Edouard Mendy; Kalidou Koulibaly, Moussa Niakhaté, others; Idrissa Gueye, Pape Gueye; Sadio Mané, Iliman Ndiaye, Nicolas Jackson.

Head-to-Head Record

First AFCON meeting ever, but 32 overall internationals: Morocco lead 18 wins to Senegal's 6 (7 draws). Recent clashes competitive; last in CHAN 2025. Finals often tight – last 13 AFCON finals decided by one goal or pens.

Key Stats:

• Morocco conceded 1 goal (best defense); Senegal scored in every game.

• Brahim Díaz (5 goals) could become first Moroccan outright top scorer at AFCON.

• Senegal unbeaten in recent high-pressure games; Morocco unbeaten at home since 2009.

Match Prediction and Betting Tips

A defensive masterclass likely between the two best backlines (combined 3 goals conceded). Home advantage and Díaz's form tilt toward Morocco, but Senegal's experience in finals (third in four editions) and counter-threat make it razor-close. Many predict a low-scoring affair possibly decided by penalties.

Our Prediction: Morocco 1-1 Senegal (Morocco win on penalties) Hosts lift the trophy amid Rabat euphoria; penalties after a cagey 90 minutes.

MKEKA WA LEO

• Morocco or Senegal

• Under 2.5 Goals

• Both Teams to Score - No

• Brahim Díaz anytime scorer

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