Senegal Crowned Africa's Kings as Derragi Claims Atlas Lions Met Real Lions

The final verdict

After Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 to lift the Africa Cup of Nations, Algerian commentator Hafid Derragi weighed in again on the triumph.

He had earlier called the win the dramatic on X, then posted again to insist Senegal deserved the title.

He argued the Senegalese crown was earned, noting a dramatic African football history and a final that progressed despite controversy.

Derragi said the title was deserved for the second time in five years, as the Teranga Lions reached a third final in four editions.

As for the Atlas Lions, he argued they were victims of the real lions—stronger and better on the day—implying the result favored the better team.

He closed with: "Congratulations to Senegal on this deserved achievement, and better luck next time to Morocco," suggesting the Atlas can still chase the continental crown another day.

On social and final thoughts

He referenced X (Twitter) to underscore his messages, reinforcing the dramatic arc of the final and Senegal's rightful triumph.

Punchline 1: If finals were stand-up, Senegal did the set—roar and encore guaranteed.

Punchline 2: Morocco learned the hard way: in football, the Atlas can meet a pride and still be out-roared.