Morocco Stuns Tanzania 1-0 as Brahim Diaz Shines in AFCON
In a thrilling Group D match, Morocco secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Tanzania at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz's 64th-minute strike proved to be the difference-maker, taking Morocco into the quarterfinals with ease.
The Moroccan team had been looking to build momentum after an impressive unbeaten run in their last competitive and friendly matches, which now stands at 23 games without a loss. However, they struggled to capitalize on numerous scoring chances throughout the match, forcing goalkeeper Yassine Bounou into some remarkable saves.
Despite Tanzania's best efforts, including a rare attempt from Feisal 'Fei Toto' Salum that sailed over the crossbar, Morocco's relentless pressure eventually paid off. Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi played a pivotal role in setting up Diaz for his goal, providing a well-timed pass that allowed the Real Madrid forward to beat goalkeeper Hussein Masaranga at his near post.
The 1-0 win marked a historic moment for Morocco, as Brahim Diaz became the first Moroccan player to score in four consecutive AFCON matches. The victory also propelled Morocco into the quarterfinals, where they will face either South Africa or Cameroon on Friday.
Morocco's impressive performance was tempered by the absence of key midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who was unable to participate due to injury. Despite this setback, the team showed remarkable resilience and determination, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory that sends them marching into the quarterfinals with confidence.
In a thrilling Group D match, Morocco secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Tanzania at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz's 64th-minute strike proved to be the difference-maker, taking Morocco into the quarterfinals with ease.
The Moroccan team had been looking to build momentum after an impressive unbeaten run in their last competitive and friendly matches, which now stands at 23 games without a loss. However, they struggled to capitalize on numerous scoring chances throughout the match, forcing goalkeeper Yassine Bounou into some remarkable saves.
Despite Tanzania's best efforts, including a rare attempt from Feisal 'Fei Toto' Salum that sailed over the crossbar, Morocco's relentless pressure eventually paid off. Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi played a pivotal role in setting up Diaz for his goal, providing a well-timed pass that allowed the Real Madrid forward to beat goalkeeper Hussein Masaranga at his near post.
The 1-0 win marked a historic moment for Morocco, as Brahim Diaz became the first Moroccan player to score in four consecutive AFCON matches. The victory also propelled Morocco into the quarterfinals, where they will face either South Africa or Cameroon on Friday.
Morocco's impressive performance was tempered by the absence of key midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who was unable to participate due to injury. Despite this setback, the team showed remarkable resilience and determination, ultimately securing a hard-fought victory that sends them marching into the quarterfinals with confidence.
Morocco is on fire right now! Brahim Diaz is literally on another level 
, his goal was so cool! And Achraf Hakimi's pass was perfect 
. I'm loving how the team worked together as a unit to get that win. It's gonna be so intense when they face South Africa or Cameroon in the quarterfinals 
. Morocco all the way to the title game 
!
just watched this match and Morocco totally deserved that win! Brahim Diaz is like a superstar on the field 
I mean, who knew he had it in him? Achraf Hakimi's pass was pure genius 
and Yassine Bounou's saves were insane 
. Morocco's squad depth is looking pretty strong too, but I do feel for Ounahi, can't have your best players sitting out due to injuries 
. Tanzania gave it a good go, though - Feisal Salum's shot was crazy! 
you can't just sit back and wait for opportunities to come, you gotta create 'em yourself 
if they wanna go all the way in this tournament.
I mean, who else can say they're scoring goals in FOUR CONSECUTIVE AFCON MATCHES?! 
I'm dying over here! Tanzania just got schooled by Morocco and now they're in trouble... 
