Morocco Beats South Africa 2-0 in U-17 AFCON Opener

In a match controlled from start to finish, the young Atlas Lions took the lead thanks to a penalty converted by Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal in the 73rd minute. They then extended their lead in the 83rd minute with a goal scored by Adam Hanin.

This victory allows the Moroccan national team to take the lead in Group B of the competition, alongside Nigeria, who won their match against Zambia 1-0. The young Moroccan players can now approach the rest of the competition with serenity, buoyed by their impressive opening performance.

After their victory, the young Moroccan players continue their journey in the Africa Cup of Nations with two more matches to come. On Wednesday, May 3, the Moroccan national team will face Nigeria, the winner of their first match against Zambia. This match promises to be a real test for the Atlas Lions, who will have to confirm their good form to hope to qualify for the next round of the competition.

On Saturday, May 6, the Moroccans will play their last group stage match against Zambia. A match that could prove decisive for the qualification of the two teams to the knockout stage.