# Pape Gueye’s Extra-Time Strike Secures Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations Victory Over Hosts Morocco

> Senegal won the Africa Cup of Nations, beating hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time in Rabat. Pape Gueye scored early in extra time with a powerful strike. Morocco missed a late penalty when Brahim Diaz’s weak attempt was…

Published: 2026-01-20 · Desk: Latest · Source: Al Jazeera

Senegal claimed the Africa Cup of Nations title by defeating hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time in Rabat. Pape Gueye scored the decisive goal early in extra time with a powerful strike into the top corner. Morocco had been awarded a late penalty following a VAR review, prompting Senegal players to briefly leave the field in protest before returning. However, Brahim Diaz’s weak penalty was saved by Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. The match was intense, featuring multiple scoring opportunities and several controversial moments that interrupted play. Senegal secured their second continental championship in history.

Original reporting: https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2026/1/19/senegal-stun-hosts-morocco-to-win-afcon-title
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