Morocco Advances as Senegal Exits After Women's AFCON Penalty Drama

Morocco qualified for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals after a goalless draw with Senegal, but the match sparked controversy after Morocco missed two penalties, leading to mockery from Senegalese voices that dragged in Moroccan international Brahim Diaz. Morocco's midfielder Yasmine El Mrabet had two penalties saved by Senegal goalkeeper Adji Ndiaye in the 65th and 69th minutes. Senegalese social media accounts linked the misses to Diaz's failed "Panenka" penalty against Senegal in the 2025 men's Africa Cup of Nations final, noting the women's match fell on Diaz's 27th birthday. Moroccan supporters responded with accusations of magic, referencing a prior "towels" controversy involving Senegal. The draw eliminated Senegal from the group stage, while Morocco advanced. The men's final result remains disputed, with Senegal's appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport pending an October verdict.