The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continues today with a mouthwatering clash in Group F. Morocco, the tournament favourites boasting the highest ranking and a World Cup semi-final appearance, take on Tanzania, the underdogs hungry to spring a surprise. Kick-off is at 17:00 GMT at the Stade Laurent Pokou in San-Pedro.
Morocco comes into the match brimming with confidence. Their recent form is impeccable, with four wins in their last five games, three clean sheets showcasing their defensive solidity, and a potent attack netting 10 goals. Their historical dominance over Tanzania, winning four of the last five encounters, adds to their aura of favouritism.
While Tanzania may enter the game as underdogs, they shouldn’t be underestimated. This is their third AFCON appearance, and despite not winning in their previous six games, they’ve shown flashes of resilience lately, winning two of their last five and keeping three clean sheets. Their fighting spirit and defensive solidity could pose a challenge to Morocco’s attack.
The pressure is on the Atlas Lions to deliver, but the Taifa Stars have nothing to lose and everything to gain. This clash promises to be a thrilling test for both sides, with the potential for Morocco to extend their dominance or Tanzania to pull off a sensational upset.
DR Congo and Zambia lock horns in a balanced battle:
The second Group F opener features a balanced battle between DR Congo, returning to AFCON after a one-edition absence, and Zambia, playing their first tournament since 2015. The game kicks off at 20:00GMT.
Both teams come in with identical records – one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five games.
Zambia’s unbeaten record in their last five opening AFCON matches (W2 D3) adds another layer of intrigue to the clash. Two of the last three DR Congo vs. Zambia clashes have ended in draws, making a stalemate a strong possibility. However, both teams are hungry for victory, especially Zambia, riding their Afcon opening match invincibility.
Expect an exciting night of football in Group F. Will Morocco maintain their dominance or will Tanzania pull off an upset? Will DR Congo or Zambia claim their first win? Tune in to find out.