CAN 2025: Morocco reassured ahead of final against Senegal

AFCON 15 January 2026 at 07:00

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

Whatever happens in the final, Morocco is already guaranteed to finish CAN 2025 in the top 10 of the FIFA rankings. The projections are clear: the Atlas Lions will occupy 8th place in the world, a symbolic milestone that confirms their lasting presence among football’s global powerhouses.

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On the pitch, this journey has been shaped by well-controlled encounters. After Senegal’s victory over Egypt (1-0), Morocco booked their spot in the final by defeating Nigeria on penalties, following an intense and tactically rich 0-0 draw.

The final will see Morocco face Senegal on Sunday at 8 p.m. at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. It’s a fitting showdown between the continent’s two leading sides, and a clash that will cap off an already successful CAN campaign for both teams.

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