AFCON Final: Morocco King Calls for Brotherhood After Rabat Fallout | First Sports With Rupha Ramani

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:53:43 +0000

The AFCON final in Rabat descended into chaos, controversy and global embarrassment for African football. From ugly on-field scenes and a dramatic Senegal walkout to angry reactions from fans and officials, the showpiece match left deep scars. But amid the fallout, Morocco’s Royal Court struck a remarkably different tone. In a powerful message, the Moroccan King called for African brotherhood to prevail over bitterness. Africa is choosing unity over escalation. At a time when global sport is increasingly fractured by politics and boycotts, Africa has offered a rare lesson in leadership. Rupha Ramani breaks down the AFCON final chaos, the global sporting parallels, and why Morocco’s response may be the most important takeaway from a night that tested African football’s soul.
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