The Digest:
In a high-stakes AFCON semi-final on Wednesday, Nigeria’s free-scoring Super Eagles face Morocco’s defensively resolute hosts in Rabat. Both teams are unbeaten, but only one will advance. This clash isn’t just about skill; it’s a storm of contrasting styles, history, and national pride under the African spotlight.
Key Points:
- Nigeria has scored 14 goals in 5 wins; Morocco has conceded only once.
- The Super Eagles will be without suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi.
- Morocco welcomes back Achraf Hakimi; Azzedine Ounahi is out injured.
- Ademola Lookman has been involved in 7 goals this tournament.
- Victor Osimhen is two goals shy of Rashidi Yekini’s Nigerian scoring record.
- Morocco’s Brahim Díaz can set an AFCON scoring record with a goal.
- The match kicks off at 8:00 PM GMT on January 14 at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
Sources: Soccernet
