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Morocco seal AFCON win against Comoros in 2025 opener

Morocco seal AFCON win against Comoros in 2025 opener

Summary

Morocco won their opening Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) match against Comoros 2-0. Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi scored in the second half, securing the victory for the host nation. Morocco extended their record of consecutive wins to 19 games.

Key Facts

  • Morocco hosted and won a 2-0 match against Comoros in the 2025 AFCON opening game.
  • Brahim Diaz scored the first goal in the 55th minute, followed by Ayoub El Kaabi in the 74th minute.
  • Morocco missed an early penalty, with Soufiane Rahimi's shot saved by the Comoros goalkeeper.
  • The game was played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
  • Morocco's current winning streak of 19 games is a new record for a national team.
  • Captain Romain Saiss left the game injured after 18 minutes.
  • Comoros had one major chance to equalize, which Morocco's goalkeeper saved.

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