The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations will conclude this Sunday with the grand final between Senegal and Morocco. A dream match between two of the best nations in African football. With their strong team spirit, Senegal aims for a second star. Meanwhile, Morocco, who have been chasing a continental title for 50 years, cannot imagine losing the trophy on home soil in front of their fans. This clash between two ambitious teams promises fierce battles, where the more clinical side should lift the trophy. Here's a look at the key duels that could decide the outcome of the final.

El Hadji Malick Diouf / Brahim Diaz

Impressive since the start of the Africa Cup of Nations, El Hadji Malick Diouf has consistently delivered top-level performances, both defensively and offensively. His semi-final match, where he effectively neutralized Mohamed Salah, demonstrated his maturity and winning mentality. He will need to display this same spirit in the final, as he faces a formidable opponent: Brahim Diaz. Currently the tournament's top scorer with five goals, the Real Madrid player is the Atlas Lions' number one attacking threat. Fast, technically gifted, and deadly in front of goal, his duel with the Senegalese left-back could prove decisive in the outcome of the final.

Neil El Aynaoui / Pape Gueye

A true orchestrator of Morocco's game, Neil El Aynaoui is one of the best midfielders at this AFCON. Brilliant since the start of the competition, the AS Roma player is gradually establishing himself as a key player for the Moroccan national team. Technically gifted and possessing excellent passing ability, he brings balance and composure to the midfield. An indispensable talent on whom Walid Regragui is counting to orchestrate Morocco's attack. However, the 24-year-old midfielder will have to contend with one of the best African players of the moment: Pape Alassane Gueye. Powerful in duels and highly creative, the former Olympique de Marseille player has become indispensable in the Lions' midfield. Already with two goals to his name since the start of the tournament, he possesses all the qualities of a modern midfielder. His duel with El Aynaoui promises to be decisive.

Iliman Ndiaye / Noussair Mazraoui

A dribbling wizard and the driving force of the Senegalese attack, Iliman Ndiaye is one of the most mobile and dangerous forwards in this AFCON. Extremely strong in one-on-one situations, the Everton player is capable of turning a match around with a moment of brilliance. Having scored the only goal in the quarter-final against Mali (1-0), the 25-year-old striker will be a constant threat to the Moroccan defense. On the other side, Walid Regragui will rely on Noussair Mazraoui to contain the Senegalese virtuoso. A very attacking right-back, formerly of Ajax Amsterdam and Bayern Munich, the current Manchester United player is an experienced defender, accustomed to big occasions. Developed at the Ajax academy, he knows Iliman Ndiaye well, having faced him several times in the Premier League. A duel between two English league veterans promises to be a thrilling encounter.