Senegal, champions in 2021, were aiming to win a second AFCON in the last three tournaments and cement their place among Africa’s modern greats. Tight, tense, and tactical, it looked set to drift into extra time until a dramatic late twist changed everything. Deep into stoppage time, Brahim Díaz went down in the Senegal penalty box after a pull. Observers also noted that the Senegal players did not immediately celebrate with Mendy after he made the save, a rare reaction for a last-minute stop in a final. FKA/JEMeanwhile, watch Ghanaians rate Daniel Laryea’s performance and predict the 2025 AFCON final.

Source: GhanaWeb January 19, 2026 13:34 UTC