AFCON: Most successful nations in history after Senegal triumphs over Morocco

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On Sunday afternoon, Senegal secured the title of African champions by defeating Morocco in the AFCON final.

In the first half of extra time, Senegalese player Pape Gueye netted the only goal of the match, securing a victory for the Teranga Lions against the AFCON host nation.

Nevertheless, ZINGTIE examines the countries that have achieved the most success throughout the history of the AFCON tournament.

Egypt, the nation with the most AFCON titles (seven), lost to Nigeria in Saturday’s third-place playoff.

Cameroon follows Egypt, boasting a total of five AFCON championships.

Following Senegal’s victory against Morocco, here is the list of countries with the most AFCON titles:

1. Egypt – 7 titles
2. Cameroon – 5 titles
3. Ghana – 4 titles
4. Ivory Coast and Nigeria – 3 titles
5. Algeria – DR Congo and Senegal – 2 titles

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