{"id":10105,"date":"2026-01-15T10:27:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T07:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/?p=10105"},"modified":"2026-01-15T10:27:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T07:27:24","slug":"super-eagles-eliminated-by-morocco-after-dramatic-semifinal-battle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/super-eagles-eliminated-by-morocco-after-dramatic-semifinal-battle\/","title":{"rendered":"Super Eagles Eliminated by Morocco After Dramatic Semifinal Battle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Morocco and Senegal Reach AFCON 2025 Final After Dramatic Semifinal Battles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cafonline.com\/caf-africa-cup-of-nations\/\">Africa Cup of Nations 2025<\/a><\/strong> has its finalists after two gripping semifinal encounters that delivered drama, tension, and decisive moments. <strong>Morocco<\/strong> booked their place after a nerve-shredding penalty shootout win over <strong>Nigeria<\/strong>, while <strong>Senegal<\/strong> edged past <strong>Egypt<\/strong> to keep their title defence alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stage is now set for a blockbuster final between the tournament hosts and the reigning champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Morocco vs Nigeria: Atlas Lions Win on Penalties After Goalless Draw<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Morocco progressed to the AFCON 2025 final after defeating Nigeria <strong>4-2 on penalties<\/strong>, following a tense <strong>0-0 draw<\/strong> in regulation time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The match was fiercely contested, with both sides cancelling each other out across 90 minutes. Nigeria showed resilience and tactical discipline, but clear chances were limited as Morocco\u2019s defence held firm.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Nigeria-v-Morocco.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10114\" style=\"width:525px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Nigeria-v-Morocco.jpg 459w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Nigeria-v-Morocco-239x300.jpg 239w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Nigeria-v-Morocco-150x188.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Nigeria-v-Morocco-300x376.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The shootout proved decisive, with Moroccan goalkeeper <strong>Yassine Bounou<\/strong> emerging as the hero. He denied spot-kicks from <strong>Samuel Chukwueze<\/strong> and <strong>Bruno Onyemaechi<\/strong>, swinging momentum firmly in Morocco\u2019s favour. The winning penalty was calmly converted by <strong>Neil El Aynaoui<\/strong>, sending the home crowd into celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nigeria fans voiced frustration over refereeing decisions and the missed penalties, though many also praised the Super Eagles\u2019 fighting spirit in a tightly balanced contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Senegal vs Egypt: Man\u00e9 Sends Champions Back to the Final<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Defending champions <strong>Senegal<\/strong> secured their place in the AFCON 2025 final with a hard-fought <strong>1-0 victory<\/strong> over <strong>Egypt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With both sides cautious in a high-stakes semifinal, the breakthrough finally came in the <strong>78th minute<\/strong>. Star forward <strong>Sadio Man\u00e9<\/strong> rose to the occasion, delivering a clinical finish that proved decisive.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"441\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Senegal-v-Egypt-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10112\" style=\"width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Senegal-v-Egypt-1.jpg 441w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Senegal-v-Egypt-1-229x300.jpg 229w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Senegal-v-Egypt-1-150x196.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Senegal-v-Egypt-1-300x393.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Egypt struggled to respond, with <strong>Mohamed Salah<\/strong> largely kept quiet by a well-organised Senegalese defence. Senegal\u2019s composure and experience in knockout football once again shone through as they closed out the match professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco vs Senegal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cafonline.com\/afcon2025\/news\/afcon-2025-senegal-to-face-hosts-morocco-in-final-after-dramatic-semi-final-night\/\">AFCON 2025 final<\/a><\/strong> will take place on <strong>January 18<\/strong> at <strong>Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium<\/strong>, promising a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morocco<\/strong> are chasing their <strong>first AFCON title since 1976<\/strong>, backed by home support and growing confidence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Senegal<\/strong> aim to successfully defend their crown and cement their status as Africa\u2019s dominant force.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With contrasting styles, elite talent, and history on the line, the final is expected to be one of the most compelling AFCON showdowns in recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect in the Final<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Morocco\u2019s defensive solidity and penalty prowess<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Senegal\u2019s experience, physical strength, and match-winning individuals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intense atmosphere with a packed stadium in Rabat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both teams arrive battle-tested after difficult semifinals, setting the stage for a true continental classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AFCON 2025 has delivered high drama, and the final between <strong>Morocco and Senegal<\/strong> promises more of the same. 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