A lot was expected from the final between hosts Morocco and Senegal. The Showdown in Rabat But it turned into a bit of a farce.
97 minutes, the final between hosts Morocco and Senegal was a mediocre game at best, especially in the first 45 minutes, and absolutely terrible after that no advertising more for football. After the VAR check there was a penalty after Morocco’s Real star striker Brahim Diaz was held back on the shoulder by Diouf in the penalty area.
The Senegalese protested violently and even resigned at short notice. Almost a quarter of an hour later the penalty was taken, Diaz carelessly missed the goalkeeper Mendy. That took its toll: Senegal ultimately won with a goal Pope Gueye in the fourth minute of added time. Morocco El Aynaoui hit the crossbar.
Senegal won their first title since 2022, Morocco has to wait for a triumph since 1976. Brahim Diaz is the tragic hero of a somewhat scandalous finale.
