The Senegal national football team, the Lions of Teranga, celebrated their victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a public event at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis on March 29, 2026. The celebration was organized for the Senegalese diaspora and fans in Europe following the team's tournament win in Morocco.
Thousands of supporters attended the event at the 80,000-seat stadium, which featured player introductions, a trophy presentation, and a friendly match. The atmosphere was described as festive, with fans celebrating the nation's second AFCON title, the first having been won in 2022.
The 2025 AFCON tournament was held in Morocco. Senegal defeated Nigeria 2-1 in the final on March 8, 2026, to claim the championship. Key players from the winning squad, including captain Kalidou Koulibaly, participated in the Stade de France celebration.
The choice of the Stade de France for the celebration highlighted the strong connection between Senegal and its large diaspora community in France. The event was seen as a symbolic moment of national pride for Senegalese people both at home and abroad.
