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AFCON Final Drama: Panenka Blooper, Wonder Goal, and Penalty Controversy Seal Senegal's Win

  • The AFCON final saw unprecedented drama, including a controversial penalty decision and a Panenka blooper.
  • Referee Jean-Jacques Ndala's initial foul call on Achraf Hakimi was deemed soft, disallowing Ismaila Sarr's goal.
  • Morocco was awarded a penalty after VAR review for a foul by El Hadji Malick Diouf on Brahim Diaz.
  • Senegal coach Pape Thiaw ordered a walkout, but captain Sadio Mane convinced the team to continue playing.
  • Brahim Diaz's Panenka penalty attempt failed, and Pape Gueye's wonder goal secured Senegal's victory.

Why It Matters: Senegal won the AFCON final amidst high drama, controversial calls, and a crucial Panenka miss.

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