Senegal's Dramatic AFCON Title Win Marred by Chaos in Rabat

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Senegal has been crowned the Africa Cup of Nations champion in a thrilling and chaotic final against Morocco. The Teranga Lions secured a 1-0 victory in extra time, with Pape Gueye scoring the winning goal in the fourth minute. The match was marked by controversy and fan unrest, with Senegal's players walking off the pitch in protest of a disputed penalty decision in the second minute of stoppage time. The decision, which was made after a lengthy review by the referee, sparked a heated reaction from both teams and their fans. Morocco was awarded the penalty after a foul was committed by Senegal's Abdoulaye Seck on Brahim Díaz. The drama unfolded as Senegal's fans attempted to storm the field, and the players were eventually led off the pitch by coach Pape Thiaw. However, after a 14-minute delay, the players returned to the field, and the game resumed. In the end, it was Senegal's determination and focus that paid off, with Gueye scoring the winning goal in extra time. The victory marked Senegal's second Africa Cup of Nations title, and their first since 2021. The chaotic scenes in Rabat will be remembered for a long time, but Senegal's players and fans will be celebrating their historic win. The Teranga Lions' second Africa Cup of Nations title is a testament to their resilience and determination, and they will be looking to build on this success in the future.