The final of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, which featured the national teams of Senegal and Morocco, will be remembered not only for the result but also for a comical moment involving goalkeeper Edouard Mendy's towel. This was recounted by Senegal's backup goalkeeper Yevann Diouf after the match concluded.
During a heavy downpour, the towel that was by Mendy's goal became an object of interest for fans, staff, and even players from the Moroccan team. Diouf decided to intervene to protect the towel, thereby allowing Mendy to focus on the game without being distracted by external factors.
The backup goalkeeper noted that the Senegalese team was prepared for such situations, having already encountered them in previous matches against Morocco. Meanwhile, the referee did not react to the strange actions concerning the towel, despite pressure from the opponents.
Nevertheless, despite the chaotic atmosphere that arose, the Senegal national team demonstrated resilience and brought the match to a victorious conclusion. According to Diouf, this incident became a symbol of unity and support within the team, contributing to their triumph at AFCON-2025.
