2025 AFCON Final - Senegal vs Morocco Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news
GOAL gives you the details to follow the Teranga Lions' clash with the Atlas Lions at Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah on Sunday. This is a deciding match of this continental competition between teams that have each been crowned African champions once before. A lot is at stake in Rabat on Sunday with the hosts out to avoid humiliation on home soil while the West Africans would be keen to cause an upset.Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues belowHere, GOAL brings you all the details you need to know about how to watch the match between Senegal and Morocco, including TV channels, streaming details, team news and more.Game:Date:Kick-off:Venue:Online StreamingTV ChannelDStv.com/DStv Now AppThe Teranga Lions captain Kalidou Koulibaly is out suspended after picking up his second yellow card in the semi-final against Egypt. Coach Pape Thiaw would be happy that his top marksman Sadio Mane is fit for this match. Senegal possible XI: Mendy, Diatta, Sarr, Niakhate, Diouf, Diarra, I Gueye, P Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, ManeAdd GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingMorocco coach Walid Regragui is likely to miss his captain Romain Saiss who was injured in their tournament opener against Comoros and has been struggling to recover.Midfielder Azzedine Ounahi has been ruled out for the rest of this AFCON after getting injured in the Round of 16 clash with Tanzania.After Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz failed to score against Nigeria, he will be out to show up when it matters the most for Morocco and seal the Golden Boot after scoring five goals so farMorocco possible XI: Bounou, Hakimi, Mazraoui, Aguerd, Saiss, Salibari, El Aynaoui, El Khannouss, Ezzalzouli, El Kaabi, DiazBoth Senegal and Morocco are yet to taste defeat in this tournament edition and that makes it a contest of genuine AFCON title contenders.On their way to the final, the Teranga Lions won two of their group games and drew the other match before recording outright victories in all their knockout matches.Morocco also posted two of their group games and shared the spoils in the other. After wins in the Round of 16 and quarter-finals, the Atlas Lions then needed a penalty shootout against Nigeria in the semi-finals to book a date with Senegal. Head-to-head record
GOAL gives you the details to follow the Teranga Lions' clash with the Atlas Lions at Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah on Sunday. This is a deciding match of this continental competition between teams that have each been crowned African champions once before. A lot is at stake in Rabat on Sunday with the hosts out to avoid humiliation on home soil while the West Africans would be keen to cause an upset.Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues belowHere, GOAL brings you all the details you need to know about how to watch the match between Senegal and Morocco, including TV channels, streaming details, team news and more.Game:Date:Kick-off:Venue:Online StreamingTV ChannelDStv.com/DStv Now AppThe Teranga Lions captain Kalidou Koulibaly is out suspended after picking up his second yellow card in the semi-final against Egypt. Coach Pape Thiaw would be happy that his top marksman Sadio Mane is fit for this match. Senegal possible XI: Mendy, Diatta, Sarr, Niakhate, Diouf, Diarra, I Gueye, P Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, ManeAdd GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingMorocco coach Walid Regragui is likely to miss his captain Romain Saiss who was injured in their tournament opener against Comoros and has been struggling to recover.Midfielder Azzedine Ounahi has been ruled out for the rest of this AFCON after getting injured in the Round of 16 clash with Tanzania.After Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz failed to score against Nigeria, he will be out to show up when it matters the most for Morocco and seal the Golden Boot after scoring five goals so farMorocco possible XI: Bounou, Hakimi, Mazraoui, Aguerd, Saiss, Salibari, El Aynaoui, El Khannouss, Ezzalzouli, El Kaabi, DiazBoth Senegal and Morocco are yet to taste defeat in this tournament edition and that makes it a contest of genuine AFCON title contenders.On their way to the final, the Teranga Lions won two of their group games and drew the other match before recording outright victories in all their knockout matches.Morocco also posted two of their group games and shared the spoils in the other. After wins in the Round of 16 and quarter-finals, the Atlas Lions then needed a penalty shootout against Nigeria in the semi-finals to book a date with Senegal. Head-to-head record
The Matchup: Senegal vs Morocco
The 2025 AFCON Final will see two formidable teams, Senegal and Morocco, go head-to-head in a highly anticipated clash at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah. Both teams have a rich history in African football, with each having been crowned champions once before. With pride and glory on the line, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter that fans will not want to miss.
Key Details
Date: This decisive match is scheduled to take place on Sunday. Kick-off Time: Stay tuned for the kick-off time announcement. Venue: The action unfolds at the iconic Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah. Online Streaming: Catch the game live on DStv.com/DStv Now App. TV Channel: Tune in to witness the excitement on your favorite TV channel.
Team News
Senegal: The absence of captain Kalidou Koulibaly due to suspension will be felt, but the presence of star player Sadio Mane provides hope for the Teranga Lions. Check out the possible XI lineup for Senegal. Morocco: Coach Walid Regragui faces challenges as captain Romain Saiss and midfielder Azzedine Ounahi are likely to miss the game. Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz will be a key player to watch out for in Morocco's lineup.
Road to the Final
Both Senegal and Morocco have shown impressive form in the tournament, remaining undefeated thus far. The Teranga Lions and the Atlas Lions have navigated through tough competition to reach the final, showcasing their strength and determination. Expect a fierce battle between these two AFCON title contenders.
Head-to-Head Record
The history between Senegal and Morocco adds an extra layer of intrigue to this final showdown. As both teams aim to etch their names in football history, their past encounters set the stage for a compelling match that could go down to the wire.
