Senegal players celebrate after winning the AFCON 2025./SCREENGRABKenyans have joined the rest of the continent in congratulating Senegal after the West African nation were crowned AFCON 2025 champions, following a dramatic 1–0 extra-time victory over hosts Morocco. “Senegal bravo,” wrote Martin Bravo on Facebook, capturing the simple but widespread applause that followed the final whistle. Others saw the victory as an invitation to celebrate Senegal beyond football. “Africa is us and our business,” wrote Humble Keed, treating Senegal’s win as a victory for African football as a whole. The victory also marked a significant milestone, as Senegal defeated Morocco at AFCON for the second time, reinforcing their growing dominance in African football.

Source: Daily Nation January 19, 2026 09:52 UTC