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Senegal National Team Leaves Tangier for Rabat Ahead of AFCON Final

Senegal National Team Leaves Tangier for Rabat Ahead of AFCON Final

16 January 2026at14:12

The Senegal national team delegation is scheduled to depart Tangier this Friday evening, heading to the capital, Rabat. This move comes in preparation for their clash against the Moroccan national team in the Africa Cup of Nations final.

The "Teranga Lions" have spent nearly a month in Tangier, with Sadio Mané's teammates having an extended stay since their arrival in the "Bride of the North" on December 19.

The Senegalese national team held its final training session at the annex of the Grand Stade de Tanger yesterday, Thursday. They will complete the rest of their preparations for the final in the capital, Rabat.

The Moroccan national team will face their Senegalese counterparts in the Africa Cup of Nations final this coming Sunday at 20:00 GMT+1, at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

Why is the Senegal national team traveling to Rabat?

The Senegal national team is traveling to Rabat to finalize preparations for the AFCON final against Morocco. This move ensures Sadio Mané's teammates are in the capital for Sunday's decisive match.

When and where will the AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal take place?

The AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal is set for this Sunday at 20:00 GMT+1. The match will take place at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.