Never, however, since this final lost in 2004 against Tunisia, has Morocco been so close to closing an open wound since 1976, the date of its only coronation in the African Cup of Nations. Half a century of waiting, frustrations, unfulfilled promises which, on the eve of this appetizing final against Senegal, put the country in apnea until Sunday evening (8 p.m.). The crown is there, certainly, visible, within reach as it has not been for ages. But the last step is not the least complicated to climb.
Aiko Tanaka
Aiko Tanaka is a combat sports journalist and general sports reporter at Archysport. A former competitive judoka who represented Japan at the Asian Games, Aiko brings firsthand athletic experience to her coverage of judo, martial arts, and Olympic sports. Beyond combat sports, Aiko covers breaking sports news, major international events, and the stories that cut across disciplines — from doping scandals to governance issues to the business side of global sport. She is passionate about elevating the profile of underrepresented sports and athletes.
