Senegal President to National Team Ahead of Morocco Final: 'Maintain Discipline for a New Star' - Elbotola
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Senegal President to National Team Ahead of Morocco Final: 'Maintain Discipline for a New Star'

Senegal President to National Team Ahead of Morocco Final: 'Maintain Discipline for a New Star'

15 January 2026at18:13

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has lauded his national team's qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations final, following their 1-0 victory over Egypt. He also sent a motivational message to the 'Lions of Teranga' ahead of their clash with Morocco.

The Senegalese President expressed his immense pride in the team through a message posted on his official X account, stating: "I congratulate our Lions who, with a serious and organized match, managed to overcome Egypt and secure their place in the Africa Cup of Nations final."

Diomaye Faye also delivered a motivational message to the players ahead of the final match, urging them to continue with the same spirit and collective discipline: "Just one step away from coronation, continue with the same mental clarity, discipline, and team spirit, to present Senegal with a new star and pride shared by the entire nation."

Senegal is set to face the Moroccan national team in the continental tournament's final next Sunday at 20:00 GMT+1, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

What message did Senegal's President send to the national team?

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye congratulated the team for reaching the AFCON final and urged them to maintain mental clarity, discipline, and team spirit to secure a 'new star' for the nation.

When and where is the Africa Cup of Nations final featuring Senegal?

The AFCON final, where Senegal will face Morocco, is scheduled for next Sunday at 20:00 GMT+1. It will be held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
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