Morocco Set to Kick Off 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
Morocco is gearing up to start its qualifying campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with two crucial fixtures scheduled for late September 2026. The national team will first face Gabon on September 25, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, before traveling to South Africa to take on Lesotho on September 29, 2026, in Bloemfontein. This marks an important phase for Morocco as it aims to secure a spot in the prestigious continental tournament.
According to a statement released by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), the match against Gabon is set to kick off at 20:00 local time, with South African referee Abongile Tom officiating the encounter. This initial matchup is expected to draw significant attention as both teams strive to gain valuable points in the group stage of the qualifiers.
Following their opening game, Morocco will shift its focus to Lesotho, with the match scheduled for September 29, 2026, at 15:00 local time at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. This encounter will be overseen by Cameroonian referee Abdou Abdel Mefire, adding another layer of excitement to the competition.
As the Moroccan national team embarks on this journey, fans are eager to see how the squad will perform against these two opponents. The strategic planning and preparation will be critical as they aim to showcase their skills and secure advancement to the AFCON.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
