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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Jomar Teves

Brahim Diaz Claims AFCON Golden Boot, but 'Panenka' Disaster Leaves Morocco Heartbroken

Brahim Diaz scored the only goal of the game in Real Madrid's win over RB Leipzig. (Credit: Lisi Niesner/Reuters)

Brahim Diaz finished AFCON as the tournament's top scorer, yet the moment that will follow him is the one he wishes he could erase. The Real Madrid midfielder collected the Golden Boot after scoring five goals, but Morocco's title dream collapsed after his missed Panenka penalty opened the door for Senegal to steal the final in extra time.

For Morocco, it was a brutal ending to a campaign full of belief. For Diaz, it was the harshest reminder that football's biggest moments can define you in seconds.

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