Senegal vs Morocco: Hakimi’s Lions Seek 3rd Straight Win over Mane’s Lions– Can Hosts Extend 23-Match Undefeated Run to Lift AFCON?

Senegal vs Morocco: Hakimi’s Lions Seek 3rd Straight Win over Mane’s Lions– Can Hosts Extend 23-Match Undefeated Run to Lift AFCON?

The last time these teams met, the Atlas Lions secured a victory. This time, an undefeated Morocco side faces Senegal in the 2025 AFCON final at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah.

This high-stakes final pits Morocco's historic consistency against Senegal's perfect tournament momentum.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🟢 Senegal: Unbeaten in the tournament with a powerful run of results.

🔴 Morocco: Also unbeaten, carrying a long-term record of invincibility.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Morocco are undefeated in their last 23 matches across all competitions.

🔥 Senegal is on a four-match winning run in this tournament.

🔥 The Atlas Lions have won both of their last two encounters against the Lions of Teranga.

🔥Morocco leads the all-time H2H decisively.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🟢Senegal | Form: D🟡W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Senegal edged past Egypt with a 1-0 semifinal win, demonstrating the tactical discipline and resilience of champions. 

The team is built on a solid foundation but must overcome the significant absence of their suspended captain, Kalidou Koulibaly. Their attacking hopes will rest heavily on the big-match experience of Sadio Mane.

 

🔴Morocco | Form: D🟡W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

The host nation advanced via penalties after a draw with Nigeria, proving their nerves under extreme pressure.

With Brahim Díaz in sensational form as the tournament's leading attacker and the advantage of playing at home, they are a formidable force aiming to cap their long unbeaten run with the ultimate prize.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🟢Senegal (4-3-3):

Mendy (GK); Diatta, Mamadou Sarr, Niakhaté, Diouf; Diarra, Idrissa Gueye, Pape Gueye; Ndiaye, Jackson, Mané.

 

🔴Morocco (4-1-4-1):

Bounou (GK); Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui; Díaz, El Khannouss, Saibari, Ezzalzouli; El Kaabi.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨Sadio Mané (Senegal) — The veteran forward scored a sensational match-winning goal in the semifinal. His leadership and clutch performance will be vital for Senegal's attack.

✨Brahim Díaz (Morocco) — The tournament's standout player with five goals in six matches. The Real Madrid star is the primary offensive threat and key to unlocking the Senegalese defence.

✨Kalidou Koulibaly's Absence — The suspended captain leaves a massive void in the heart of Senegal's defense. How his replacement copes will be a critical factor.

✨The Home Crowd — Playing in Rabat provides Morocco with an intense and passionate support that could be a decisive factor in a tight final.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Senegal to win = 3.63

💵 Morocco to win = 2.42

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 2.26

💵 Over 1.5 total goals = 1.59

 

This final is a classic clash of narratives: Senegal's perfect tournament run against Morocco's historic, long-term unbeaten streak and home-field advantage.

With history favoring the hosts, the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah is poised for an unforgettable night to crown the champion of Africa.

Who do you think will lift the trophy? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

🔗 You can follow the Senegal vs Morocco game here on MSport.

 

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