Senegal lift Africa Cup of Nations
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Morocco, World Cup semifinalists, had the chance at home to win their first AFCON since 1976, but it was Senegal that came out on top
The Africa Cup of Nations final takes place on Sunday as hosts Morocco have a chance of glory but Senegal's superstars stand in the way.
An AFCON victory on Sunday would end half a century of underachievement and lift Morocco's African reputation.
Senegal stormed off the field in protest at a penalty awarded against them before returning to beat hosts Morocco 1-0 after extra time and win the Africa Cup of Nations amid farcical scenes in the final on Sunday (January 18).