Nicolas Jackson’s Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 after extra-time in the final to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night. The Bayern striker started and played until added time of the regular 90 minutes. Pape Gueye scored the only goal for the Lions of Teranga in the fourth minute of extra-time to give Senegal their second continental title after 2021’s edition.
Extra-time winner
Senegal arguably shaded the first half, but the hosts had the better of the second period without taking any chances. Morocco had the opportunity to win the tournament when awarded a penalty, but Brahim Díaz failed to convert in the 24th minute of added time after a long wait following protests from the Senegalese players at the decision, which saw them leave the pitch.
Jackson’s club teammates claimed a 5-1 win in Leipzig on Saturday:
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