Pitch-Perfect Pitches: Why Senegal's Stars Are Loving AFCON's Moroccan Surfaces

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Krepin Diatta, Senegal's star, praised the quality of pitches and infrastructure in Morocco, expressing admiration for the surfaces hosting AFCON 2025, an event fans won't forget.

Speaking Friday before their quarterfinal with Sudan, he said the surfaces are outstanding and there is nothing to complain about; Moroccan facilities are stunning.

Diatta argued that such stadiums favor teams that rely on possession and collective play, explaining that his side loves to play, build attacks from the back, and keep the ball. These venues help them implement their style.

He concluded that overall quality is very high, and the surfaces are arguably world-class and definitely deserve praise.

Senegal topped their group with seven points after beating Botswana and Benin and drawing with DR Congo. Yes, if the pitch gets smoother, the grass might file a complaint—referees might need skis to keep up.