The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, congratulated Senegal on Monday for winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), after the team beat Morocco 1-0 in Sunday’s final.
Youssouf described Senegal’s victory as “well-earned” and the final as a “fitting and memorable” conclusion of the tournament.
He added that the tournament reflected the highest standards of African football, competitiveness, and continental pride.
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“AFCON has once again demonstrated that the beautiful game is a powerful force for unity, bringing Africans together across cultures, borders, and generations.
Youssouf said, “The successful hosting of AFCON, once again reflects Africa’s growing capacity to stage world-class sporting events that unite the continent and inspire global admiration”.
Youssouf, who attended Sunday’s final in Morocco, was happy with the tournament.
(NAN)
