HIBAPRESS – Rabat
The Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday, January 18, 2026, between the Moroccan and Senegalese national teams, is an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of brotherhood and the deep relations that unite the two peoples, away from any circumstantial considerations, and in an atmosphere that is supposed to be characterized by sportsmanship and mutual respect.
The Ministry of African Integration, Foreign Affairs and Senegalese Abroad clarified, in a statement issued on January 17, 2026, that the relations between Senegal and Morocco are ancient relations based on friendship and solidarity, and were founded on mutual respect and a common vision for African and international issues, before being strengthened through decades of continuous cooperation. The statement highlighted that the Kingdom of Morocco has, since the start of the Africa Cup of Nations, shown cooperation described as ideal, embodying the depth of the historical friendship that unites the two countries, expressing the satisfaction of the Senegalese authorities with the continuation of this fraternal approach, and directing thanks to the Moroccan government for the support and facilities it has provided. The Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs considered that sport, especially football, is a powerful tool for bringing peoples closer together and strengthening cohesion between them, stressing that this final should be lived as a celebration of African talents and the unity of the continent, and an embodiment of the strong brotherhood between the Senegalese and Moroccan peoples. The ministry called on the various actors, fans, and public opinion to be responsible and respectful and to adhere to the values of fair play, in order to preserve the strength of Senegalese-Moroccan relations, and to protect the image of African football on the international arena.
