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Nora Fatehi Condemns AFCON Final Chaos, Voices Support for Morocco

Her Instagram message follows a controversial finish featuring a disputed penalty, a player walk-off, fan unrest.

Overview

  • In an Instagram post, the Moroccan-origin performer called the scenes at the AFCON 2025 final “one of the most unethical, disappointing and diabolical” and affirmed pride in Morocco.
  • She praised Morocco’s conduct, highlighted the country’s hospitality and progress, thanked supporters, and signed off with a rallying note for future campaigns.
  • Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in Rabat, with a late penalty awarded to Morocco prompting Senegal players to briefly leave the pitch and some fans attempting to enter the field.
  • A widely shared clip shows streamer IShowSpeed failing to recognise Fatehi at the stadium, while he also appeared as AFCON’s lion mascot during his livestream.
  • Online reactions to the clip ranged from derisive labels to strong defenses of Fatehi’s influence, and separate reports mentioned unconfirmed rumours linking her to Achraf Hakimi.