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Moroccan National Team Holds New Training Session Ahead of AFCON Final Against Senegal

Moroccan National Team Holds New Training Session Ahead of AFCON Final Against Senegal

16 January 2026at18:15

The Moroccan national team continues its preparations in readiness to face its Senegalese counterpart in the Africa Cup of Nations final.

The national squad held its second training session on Friday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maâmora, under the supervision of national coach Walid Regragui.

The Moroccan national team had commenced its preparations for the final yesterday, Thursday, without resting. This was immediately after their 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Nigeria, following a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time, in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final.

The match between the Moroccan and Senegalese teams is scheduled to take place the day after tomorrow, Sunday, starting at 8:00 PM (20:00 GMT+1) at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

When is the AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal scheduled?

The AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal is scheduled for Sunday at 8:00 PM (20:00 GMT+1) at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, following Morocco's rigorous training regimen.

How did the Moroccan national team secure their spot in the AFCON final?

Morocco advanced to the AFCON final by defeating Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout during the semi-final, after the match ended in a 0-0 draw in both regular and extra time.