Summary
Senegal and Morocco will face off in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, on January 18. Both teams are aiming to win their second Africa Cup title. Senegal has raised concerns about their treatment and safety before the final match.
Key Facts
- The Africa Cup of Nations final is scheduled for January 18 at 8 pm local time in Rabat, Morocco.
- Senegal and Morocco are seeking their second Africa Cup titles; Senegal won in 2021.
- Senegal's team expressed concerns about security and fair treatment upon arriving in Rabat.
- The Senegalese Football Federation criticized the lack of security, accommodation issues, and ticket allocation for fans.
- Morocco has the advantage of playing in the same stadium for all their matches, with strong home support.
- Senegal's Sadio Mane has been a standout, creating the most scoring chances in the tournament.
- Morocco is ranked 11th and Senegal 19th in the world, with both teams expected to climb in the FIFA rankings after the tournament.
