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Senegal vs Morocco Lineups, Injuries, Live Score & Results

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Manuel Meza Cienfuegos | Last updated Jan 18, 2026 9:00 AM ET

Senegal continues its AFCON run by facing Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, at 2:00 p.m. ET, 11:00 a.m. PT, for the Africa Cup of Nations final.

The Teranga Lions arrive at this match after topping Group D and winning all three knockout ties, including a 1-0 semifinal victory over Egypt, aiming for their second continental title.

On the other hand, Morocco, hosts of the tournament, topped Group A and advanced through the knockouts, defeating Nigeria on penalties in the semifinal, and now seek their second AFCON crown.

Senegal won its last match 1-0 against Egypt in the semifinals. In contrast, Morocco advanced after a 0-0 draw with Nigeria and a shootout win on Jan. 14.

Ibrahim Mbaye of Senegal (27) celebrates with Pape Alassane Gueye after scoring during the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 match between Senegal and Sudan at Ibn Batouta Stadium on January 3, 2026, in Tangier, Morocco.Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images

Predicted Lineups for Senegal and Morocco

Senegal

Goalkeeper: Mendy.
Defenders: Diatta, Sarr, Niakhate, Diouf.
Midfielders: Diarra, I. Gueye, P. Gueye.
Forwards: Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.

Kalidou Koulibaly, who missed the 2019 final due to suspension, will be absent for this final as the centre-back’s booking against Egypt rules him out. Habib Diarra is also missing due to suspension.

Morocco