AFCON 2025: Full List of Award Winners
Senegal were crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night, defeating hosts Morocco 1–0 after extra time in the final held in Rabat. The winning goal came in the 94th minute from Pape Gueye, following a tense match that ended goalless in regulation.
The final saw several stoppages, including a late VAR-reviewed penalty awarded to Morocco. Brahim Diaz’s attempt was saved by Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, keeping the scoreline intact. Despite sustained pressure from the home side, Senegal held firm to secure the title, concluding the tournament in dramatic fashion.
Following the final, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) released the complete list of award winners and individual accolades.
AFCON 2025 Winners & Awards
Champions: Senegal
Runners-up: Morocco
Third Place: Nigeria
Fair Play Award: Morocco
Although Morocco lost the final on home soil, they were recognized with the Fair Play Award for their discipline and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Best Player of the Tournament: Sadio Mané (Senegal) – Mané led Senegal to glory, scoring two goals and playing a pivotal role in their success.
Best Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou (Morocco) – Bounou impressed with several crucial saves during the competition.
Top Scorer: Brahim Diaz (Morocco) – Diaz finished as the tournament’s top scorer with five goals in seven matches.
AFCON 2025 delivered unforgettable moments of drama, controversy, and remarkable individual performances, bringing the continental tournament to a thrilling close in Rabat.
