CAF has finalized the official disciplinary and tactical data for the recently concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations held in Morocco. Tournament winners Senegal topped the disciplinary charts, accumulating more bookings than any other nation during their championship run.
The Teranga Lions registered 17 yellow cards and one red card across their seven fixtures. Despite this aggressive approach, the champions also shared the record for the most defensive shutouts, as both Senegal and runners-up Morocco secured five clean sheets each throughout the competition.
The tactical data highlighted a recurring struggle for Egypt, who led the tournament in offside infractions. The Pharaohs, who finished in fourth place following a defeat in the bronze-medal match, saw their attacking efforts halted by the assistant referee’s flag on 15 separate occasions. This statistical breakdown follows a tournament defined by tight defensive structures and physical play, culminating in Senegal’s 1-0 victory over the hosts at the Stade Moulay Abdellah.
Pape Gueye secured the trophy for Senegal with a decisive second-half strike, cementing the nation’s status as the current powerhouse of African football. While the champions faced criticism for their high card count, their ability to maintain a solid defensive line proved instrumental in neutralizing Morocco’s offensive threats in the final. These official figures provide a comprehensive overview of the technical trends that shaped the 35th edition of the continent’s flagship football event.
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