Karma? Brahim Diaz fails to convert controversial penalty in Africa Cup of Nations final
Senegal and Morocco are putting on a spectacular show in the Africa Cup of Nations final—an unforgettable clash that will be etched in the minds of football fans for years to come.
All the drama unfolded in the dying stages of regular time. First, the referee disallowed a highly contentious Senegalese goal, and moments later, awarded a scandalous penalty against the "Lions of Teranga."
The referee's decision sparked heated debates and protests, prompting Senegal's head coach Pape Thiaw to momentarily pull his team off the pitch. After a brief pause, the Senegalese players returned and Brahim Diaz stepped up to take the controversial spot-kick.
The Real Madrid man delivered a lackluster Panenka attempt, easily read and stopped by Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.
As of the 98th minute of extra time, Senegal lead 1-0 thanks to a goal from Pape Gueye.
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert