The Mandela National Stadium in Kampala, Uganda, sets the stage tonight, August 26, 2025, for a heavyweight clash between Morocco and Senegal in the CHAN semi-finals. Kick-off is at 8:30 PM local time (Morocco/Senegal) – 20:30 EAT.
Team Form & History
- Morocco – Two-time CHAN winners (2018, 2020). Reached the semis after edging Tanzania 1-0.
- Senegal – Defending champions, booked their spot with a 1-0 victory over hosts Uganda.
Match Highlights
- Head-to-Head – Morocco defeated Senegal 2-1 in the 2020 CHAN quarter-finals.
- Morocco’s Strengths – Rock-solid defense (7 goals scored, 2 conceded); Oussama Lamlaoui leads the attack with 4 goals.
- Senegal’s Edge – Best defensive record in the tournament (only 1 goal conceded); Oumar Ba delivered the winner against Uganda.
What to Expect
This semi-final is already being called an “early final”, with both sides boasting elite pedigree. Morocco’s attacking sharpness meets Senegal’s defensive resilience — a clash that could easily be decided by penalties.
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