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Authorities said Soumaré’s body underwent an autopsy, which concluded he died of natural causes: a pulmonary embolism related to a severe spike in blood pressure.
Amid deafening noise and immense pressure, Diaz struck his effort, but the Senegalese goalkeeper produced a crucial save that stunned the crowd and shifted the emotional balance of the match.
Senegal stuns Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final as Pape Gueye's goal gave them a 1-0 extra-time win over the hosts at the end of a match marred by disgraceful scenes
AFCON reaches its climax on Sunday with a showdown between host nation Morocco, looking to win the title for the first time in 50 years, and Sadio Mane's powerful Senegal side.
The Kenya women’s national football team, Harambee Starlets, have been drawn alongside hosts Morocco, Algeria and Senegal for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Ahead of the game, the “Timeless” hitmaker had assured to double his stake, should Nigeria have won.
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