Morocco Triumphs in Futsal: A Historic Fourth Title
On October 22, 2026, the Moroccan national futsal team celebrated a remarkable victory, clinching the African Cup of Nations (CAN) title for the fourth time in its history. The decisive match took place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, where Morocco faced off against Angola, emerging victorious with an impressive score of 5-2.
This outstanding achievement not only reinforces Morocco's dominance in African futsal but also sets a new record for the most titles won in the competition's history. The Moroccan team's performance was highlighted by goals from Othmane Idrissi, who opened the scoring in the 17th minute, followed closely by Youssef Jouad at the 19th minute, Driss Raiss El Fenni in the 21st minute, Ismael Amazal at the 33rd minute, and Bilal Bakkali, who sealed the game with a goal in the 35th minute. Angola's attempts to close the gap were marked by goals from João Josemar Cambangula in the 18th minute and Anderson Fortes in the 37th minute, but it was not enough to overcome Morocco's lead.
Following the match, Moroccan coach Hicham Dguig expressed immense pride in his team's performance, emphasizing their adherence to their unique style of play throughout the tournament. The victory not only brings glory to Moroccan futsal but also serves as an inspiration for future generations of athletes in the country.
This fourth title is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and coaching staff, as well as the unwavering support from Moroccan fans. As Morocco continues to excel on the continental stage, the national team looks forward to building on this success in future competitions.
As reported by mobile.telquel.ma.
