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AFCON host Morocco starts tournament with home victory — © France 24

AFCON host Morocco starts tournament with home victory

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Issued on: 22/12/2025 - 12:24

A spectacular bicycle kick earned royal approval for Ayoub El Kaabi as host Morocco opened the 35th Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 win over Comoros on Sunday. Morocco Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, who greeted the players before kickoff, and home fans had endured a frustrating game as island nation Comoros, ranked 108th in the world, stubbornly held out against one of the tournament favorites. Analysis by Keir Radnedge, author and sports commentator at the World Soccer magazine.

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