Baghdad Bounedjah scored the only purposed goal in style, after his second minute strike took a deflection off Salif Sane, as it looped over the keeper and dropped into the returned of the net.
Senegal keeper Alfred Gomis turned into left motionless because the ball rattled the into the net.
The Algeria desert Foxes hung on to this early advantage until the very last minute earlier than the final whistle changed into blown through the referee to raise the trophy for the 1st time since 1990, after they have been topped champions.
Senegal drought continues as Algeria snatches their wish with an early purpose. Senegal have performed at 15 Africa Cup of Nations tournaments but with an empty trophy cupboard. Senegal, who were making handiest their 2nd look within the finals since 2002, when they lost to Cameroon 3-2 on penalties after a goalless draw, have nevertheless won the competition.
Mahrez performed in all of the Desert Foxes’ suits in Egypt as they maintained a seven-sport unbeaten run with a total of thirteen goals on their way to the continental triumph. Manchester City participant Riyad Mahrez tweeted “I am proud to have captained this crew and the thousands and thousands of Algerians who supported us for the duration of the match. African Champions!"