Senegal originally won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on the pitch, but the title has since been officially awarded to Morocco after a post‑tournament disciplinary ruling.

Quick Scoop

  • Senegal beat hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in the final played in Rabat, with Pape Gueye scoring the decisive goal.
  • The match was chaotic, including a highly controversial late penalty for Morocco, a very long VAR delay, and a temporary walk‑off by the Senegal team in protest.
  • In January 2026, this result was widely reported as Senegal’s second AFCON title in three editions.
  • In March 2026, the CAF appeals/disciplinary process led to a dramatic twist: Senegal were judged to have forfeited the final, and CAF officially awarded the 2025 AFCON title to Morocco.

So, who “won” 2025 AFCON?

  • On the day of the final (on the field): Senegal won 1–0 after extra time.
  • After CAF’s later decision (official record): Morocco are now listed as AFCON 2025 champions due to Senegal being ruled to have forfeited.

In current official terms, if someone asks “who won 2025 AFCON?” the answer is Morocco, even though Senegal actually won the match itself before the title was overturned.

AFCON 2025 outcome snapshot

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Aspect Senegal Morocco
Result on the pitch in the final Won 1–0 after extra time. Lost 0–1 after extra time.
Initial status just after tournament Celebrated as 2025 AFCON champions (second title). Runners‑up on home soil.
CAF appeals decision (March 2026) Ruled to have forfeited the final. Declared official AFCON 2025 champions.
Current official champion Not recognized as 2025 champions after ruling. Recognized as 2025 AFCON winners by CAF.
**TL;DR:** Senegal won the match; Morocco now hold the trophy in the record books.

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