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The AFCON 2025 Final is more than just a match; it is a collision of two African football giants at the peak of their powers. Set to take place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, this final marks the historic first time Morocco and Senegal have ever faced each other in the Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
The Matchup: Lions vs. Lions
Morocco (The Atlas Lions): Playing on home soil, Morocco is fueled by the desire to end a 50-year drought. Their only continental title came in 1976 (won in a round-robin format in Ethiopia). Under Walid Regragui, they have been defensively impenetrable, conceding only one goal all tournament.
Senegal (The Lions of Teranga): The 2021 champions are appearing in their third final in the last four editions. Led by Sadio Mané, they represent the "gold standard" of consistency in African football and are looking to reclaim their throne after a narrow semi-final win over Egypt.
Key Storylines
The 50-Year Wait: For Morocco, this is the "Golden Jubilee" quest. Winning at home would crown a legendary era that included their historic 2022 World Cup semi-final run.
Brahim Díaz vs. Sadio Mané: A battle of superstars. Díaz is chasing history as the first player to score in six consecutive AFCON games, while Mané looks to cement his legacy with a second trophy.
Brick Wall Defense: Morocco's Yassine Bounou enters the final with five clean sheets, while Senegal’s defense must adapt without their captain, Kalidou Koulibaly, who is suspended.
Match Details
Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM Local (Rabat) / 7:00 PM GMT
Venue: Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Morocco


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