AFCON: Inside the Morocco–Senegal final under high diplomatic tension

After 13 years, Morocco and Senegal relaunch the Joint High commission

After thirteen years of waiting, Morocco and Senegal are set to convene the 15th session of the Morocco–Senegal Joint High Commission. This revival comes amid a context of heightened sensitivity following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, held on January 18 in Rabat, where the Atlas Lions were defeated by the Lions of Teranga. 

Senegalese football federation responds to potential CAF sanctions after AFCON final

Moroccan café in Dakar attacked during AFCON final: What really happened?

As tensions flared in the AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco, violence erupted both on and off the pitch, with Moroccan fans in Dakar facing a terrifying ordeal as their café was attacked. The incident, which led to shattered windows and stolen motorcycles, prompted police intervention.

AFCON Final: Senegalese diplomacy thanks Morocco, ignores matchday incidents

FIFA will not intervene, and sanctions are expected from CAF against Senegal

Morocco falls to Senegal as they clinch the AFCON 2025 title

CAF addresses Senegal's AFCON 2025 grievances

After station controversy, Senegal calls for brotherhood ahead of AFCON final

AFCON: Senegal FA raises security concerns after publicly announcing team arrival

As the AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal approaches, a storm of controversy has erupted, overshadowing the match itself with allegations of inadequate security during the Senegalese team's arrival in Rabat. The uproar, fueled by the Senegal Football Federation's grievances, highlights a paradoxical scenario where the federation's own actions may have contributed to the very chaos they criticize.