Hosts Morocco have qualified for the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Nigeria 4-2 on penalties following a goalless semi-final in Rabat. The match ended 0-0 after extra time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, with neither side able to find a breakthrough in 120 minutes.
The Atlas Lions held their nerve in the penalty shootout to edge past the Super Eagles and book a place in Sunday’s final. Nigeria missed two spot kicks, while Morocco converted four to seal victory in front of a home crowd.
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Morocco will face Senegal in the final after the defending champions beat Egypt 1-0 in the other semi-final, with Sadio Mane scoring the decisive goal. Nigeria will now contest the third-place playoff.
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