Live: Senegal vs Morocco Final Delivers Spirited Battle Among African Lions
The final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is set to be an exhilarating showdown between Senegal and Morocco. This highly anticipated match marks the conclusion of the 35th edition of the tournament, with both teams regarded as favorites from the onset.
Match Overview
Senegal, the reigning champions after their first victory in 2022, will look to defend their title under the leadership of star player Sadio Mané. The Senegalese team triumphed over Egypt in the previous round, solidifying their status as formidable contenders.
On the other hand, Morocco, the host nation, aims to reclaim a title that has eluded them since 1976. Their last continental victory came decades ago, and they will be eager to celebrate triumph on home soil.
Event Details
- Date: January 2025
- Venue: Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Morocco
- Kick-off: 8:00 PM local time
- Broadcast: BeIN Sports 1 and M6
Team Line-ups
Both teams have announced their starting line-ups ahead of the match:
| Senegal | Morocco |
|---|---|
| Édouard Mendy | Yassine Bounou |
| Alfred Mendy | Achraf Hakimi (c) |
| Saïd Aguerd | |
| Massadio Niakhaté | Noussair Mazraoui |
| Ismaïla Diouf | Achraf El-Aynaoui |
| Ismaïla Gueye (c) | Mohamed El-Khannouss |
| Pape Gueye | Abderrazak Hamdallah |
| Ibrahima Ndiaye | Oussama Saibari |
| Jackson | Abdul Ezzalzouli |
| Sadio Mané | Ayoub El-Kaabi |
Referee and Live Coverage
The match will be officiated by referee Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Coverage will be hosted live by Yanis Soul and Valentin Baudry, with contributions from Mustapha Kessous in the stadium. In Dakar, Jules Crétois and Pierre Lepidi will capture the atmosphere in the streets of both the Senegalese and French capitals.
This final promises to be an unforgettable event, showcasing the spirited competition between two iconic African teams. Football fans worldwide will closely follow the historic showdown of the African Lions. Check Filmogaz.com for updates and results from the Africa Cup of Nations.
