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Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown

Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown

Summary

Morocco and Senegal have reached the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) football tournament. Morocco beat Nigeria in a penalty shootout, and Senegal won against Egypt with a decisive goal from Sadio Mane.

Key Facts

  • Morocco defeated Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout.
  • Youssef El-Nesyri scored the winning penalty for Morocco.
  • Morocco's goalkeeper Yassine "Bono" Bounou made two crucial saves during the shootout.
  • The match between Morocco and Nigeria ended 0-0 after regular and extra time.
  • Senegal's Sadio Mane scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory over Egypt.
  • The goal by Mane came in the 78th minute of the match.
  • Morocco and Senegal will play in the AFCON final in Rabat on Sunday.

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