Les joueurs et le jeu : le sacre du talent et de l’expérience
After a remarkable run, Senegal secured their second Africa Cup of Nations title, defeating Morocco 1-0 in extra time. Mentally strong and perfectly organized, the Lions held their own against an opponent spurred on by their home crowd. After 90 intense minutes, punctuated by several dangerous situations, the two teams cancelled each other out. It wasn't until extra time that Pape Thiaw's men finally broke the deadlock, thanks to a superb strike from Pape Gueye. A well-deserved victory considering the journey undertaken by Sadio Mané and his teammates in this 35th edition of the tournament.
Édouard Mendy: 8/10
The Senegalese goalkeeper delivered a phenomenal performance. Commanding in his box and composed in the air, he made several crucial saves against Moroccan attacks. His penalty stop against Brahim Diaz will remain one of the key moments of this final. In a highly charged moment, the 33-year-old displayed impressive composure. A truly top-level performance, a testament to his experience.
Antoine Mendy: 6/10
Brought into the starting lineup at the last minute to replace the ill Krépin Diatta, the Nice right-back lived up to expectations. Frequently tested by the forward runs of Moroccan captain Achraf Hakimi, he offered solid resistance thanks to his physical presence and positional awareness. While relatively quiet offensively, he was nonetheless reliable defensively until his substitution. He was replaced in the 76th minute by Abdoulaye Seck, who was very dangerous on set pieces, notably from a corner that allowed Ismaïla Sarr to score, before the goal was disallowed.
Mamadou Sarr: 7/10
Starting alongside Moussa Niakhaté in the absence of the suspended Kalidou Koulibaly, the young Strasbourg defender didn't falter. At just 20 years old, he impressed with his maturity and composure. Solid in duels and accurate in his anticipation, he distinguished himself with a crucial tackle on El Kaabi. Always well-positioned and rarely out of position, the future Chelsea player proved he can deliver in a big match.
Moussa Niakhaté: 7/10
A pillar of the Senegalese defense since the start of the tournament, the Olympique Lyonnais player once again lived up to expectations. Powerful in duels and vigilant in the box, he repelled numerous Moroccan crosses during the opposition's periods of pressure. Without any frills but with efficiency, he brought all his experience, composure, and calmness to stabilize the Senegalese backline.
El Hadji Malick Diouf: 6/10
The left-back had a mixed final. Solid in the tackle and tireless in his effort, the West Ham player showed courage against the Moroccan attacks. However, his collision with Brahim Diaz, which resulted in a penalty, could have been costly for the Lions. Mentally tested, he managed to stay focused until he was substituted in the 106th minute, replaced by Ismail Jakobs.
Lamine Camara: 5/10
In this final, the Senegalese midfielder delivered an impressive first half. Accurate in his passing, effective in directing play, and involved in set pieces, he tried to dictate the tempo for the Lions. However, the intensity of the final gradually took its toll on his legs. Having received a yellow card, he had to ease off. His technical contribution nevertheless allowed Senegal to retain possession during periods of pressure. He was replaced in the 76th minute by Ismaïla Sarr, who thought he had scored the winning goal from a pass by Abdoulaye Seck, but the goal was ultimately disallowed by the referee (90+3).
Idrissa Gana Gueye: 7/10
At 36 years old, Idrissa Gueye once again demonstrated his crucial importance to Pape Thiaw's system. A true metronome for the team, the Everton midfielder was tireless in winning back possession, invaluable in reading the game, and always well-positioned to intercept Moroccan counter-attacks. His forward runs and technical precision in the lead-up to the goal exemplified a complete, intelligent, and perfectly controlled performance.
Pape Gueye: 8/10
A constant presence from the outset, the Villeréal midfielder embodied the power, determination, and composure of the Lions of Teranga. Invaluable to the team's balance and overall play, the former Marseille player made history by scoring Senegal's first-ever goal in an AFCON final. An exceptional left-footed strike in extra time, at the crucial moment. Dominant in the tackle and decisive in duels, he symbolized the mental and sporting turning point of this final.
Iliman Ndiaye: 6/10
Thanks to his impressive technique, the Everton striker was one of the key players in Senegal's attack before being substituted. Incisive between the lines, skillful with the ball at his feet, and capable of unbalancing opposing defenses with his dribbling, he constantly troubled the Moroccan backline. While his finishing wasn't always clinical, his work rate was invaluable. He was replaced in the 76th minute by Ibrahim Mbaye, who made a spirited entrance and came close to scoring twice.
Nicolas Jackson: 6/10
Deployed as the lone striker, the Casa Sports academy graduate worked tirelessly for the team. Solid with his back to goal, always available for runs, and valuable in pressing, he frequently served as a focal point to stretch the Moroccan defense. While he rarely received clear-cut opportunities in the box, his work rate and aggression nonetheless helped to wear down the opposition. He was replaced in stoppage time (90+3) by Chérif Ndiaye (not rated), who came close to doubling the lead on a counter-attack.
Sadio Mané: 7/10
Sadio Mané has further cemented his place in history by winning his second Africa Cup of Nations title. The Al Nassr striker embodied Senegal's leadership in this nail-biting final. Sharp in bursts, invaluable in defensive transitions, and decisive in winning back possession for the goal, he delivered a truly outstanding performance. It was a performance built on sacrifice, experience, and composure in key moments. He was the one who called his teammates back to the dressing room after they had prematurely returned to the locker room following the penalty awarded against Senegal. As in 2022 in Cameroon, he was named the tournament's best player.
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