Morocco, among the favorites for the Africa Cup of Nations, is poised for a crucial encounter against South Africa in the last-16 stage.
The Atlas Lions, buoyed by their impressive fourth-place finish in the 2022 World Cup, have convincingly led their AFCON group, setting their sights on a triumphant campaign.
With their last tournament victory 48 years ago and a final appearance dating back to 2004, Morocco is eager to leave a lasting impact. A successful outing against South Africa will propel them to a quarter-final clash with either Cape Verde or Mauritania.
South Africa, absent from AFCON two years ago, secured a spot in the last-16 by finishing second in Group E, marked by a resounding 4-0 win over Namibia.
Match Details:
- Date and Kick-off Time: Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 8 pm GMT
- Venue: Laurent Pokou Stadium in San Pedro
Where to Watch:
In Ghana, the game will be live on GTV Sports plus, Globe TV, DSTV, and more.
Team News:
- Morocco’s head coach, Walid Regragui, returns from a two-match suspension.
- Doubtful: Hakim Ziyech (ankle injury)
- Ruled out: Sofiane Boufal (likely for the rest of the tournament)
- South Africa’s Khuliso Mudau is recovering from an ankle injury and could feature.
- Mothobi Mvala is likely to be available after a “direct kick” in the previous match.
Prediction:
Morocco, viewed as the team to beat, is predicted to secure a 2-0 victory, showcasing their efficiency in navigating the tournament.
Head-to-Head History:
- Morocco Wins: 3
- South Africa Wins: 3
- Draws: 3
Match Odds:
- Morocco to Qualify: 1/4
- South Africa to Qualify: 11/4
