The Atlas Lions qualified for the quarter-final of the Africa Nations Cup 2025 after beating stubborn Tanzania 1-0 in a thrilling game played Sunday at fully packed Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The Moroccan goal was scored by striker Brahim Diaz in the 64th minute, becoming the top scorer in AFCON 2025 netting four goals in four consecutive matches. Tanzania remained competitive until the final whistle but could not find a way back as Morocco held firm to secure progression. With the win, Morocco advance to the quarter-finals, where they will meet on January 9 Cameroon, winner of South Africa 2-1 at a match played Sunday at the Stade Al Madina in Rabat. The Morocco-Cameroon match will be played at Moulay Abdellah Complex in Rabat.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 04, 2026 21:15 UTC