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Maroc
5 days ago
- Sport
- Maroc
CHAN : Strong Presence of Moroccan Supporters in Nairobi
Moroccan supporters showed up in large numbers in Nairobi, to support the Atlas Lions during the African Nations Championship (CHAN), which is taking place from August 2 to 30. Dressed in red and green and proudly waving the national flag, hundreds of fans, coming not only from across Kenya but also from neighboring countries such as Tanzania and Uganda, converged on Nyayo Stadium, where Morocco began its campaign on Sunday with a crucial 2-0 victory over Angola. The Moroccan fervor resonated unexpectedly with many Kenyan fans, who, impressed by the Atlas Lions' style of play, joined in with the Moroccans' chants and cheers, providing additional support to the national team, which found in Nairobi all the conditions of a home match. The opening goal by Imad Riahi in the 29th minute ignited the stadium, where many Kenyan spectators could also be seen joining the Moroccan crowd in large numbers. Angolan player Quinito scored an own goal in the 81st minute, confirming Morocco's dominance in the match. On this occasion, the Kenyan press hailed the Atlas Lions' performance, highlighting both their technical mastery and team cohesion on the field. In its pages, the Kenyan daily "The Standard" noted that Morocco, one of the CHAN favorites, kicked off its campaign with a strong win over Angola, emphasizing that the Moroccan team took control of the game and displayed disciplined defending. With this opening win, the Atlas Lions have made an ideal start to their CHAN journey, buoyed by a crowd that promises to remain present throughout the tournament. Following this victory, Morocco tops its group (3 pts), ahead of the Kenyan team, which defeated the DR Congo 1-0. (MAP: 06 August 2025)
Maroc
04-08-2025
- Sport
- Maroc
The Atlas Lions Begin African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) With Precious (2-0) Victory Over Angola
Morocco's national team of local players defeated Angola 2-0 in Group A's first matchday of the African Nations Championship (CHAN-2024), played on Sunday at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. The Atlas Lions won thanks to goals from Imad Riahi (29') and Angola's Quinito (81'), who scored an own goal. Following this victory, Morocco takes sits atop its group (3 points), ahead of Kenya, which defeated DR Congo 1-0 the same day at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, with a goal by Austin Odhiambo (45+2'). Nineteen national teams, composed exclusively of players from African national leagues, are taking part in this 8th edition of the CHAN. This is the first edition to be jointly organized by three East African countries: Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. (MAP: 03 August 2025)
Morocco World
03-08-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
CHAN 2024: Morocco Beat Angola in Solid Start for the Atlas Lions
Morocco opened their CHAN 2024 campaign with a 2-0 win over Angola at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. After a quiet start, Imad Riahi scored the opener in the 29th minute, finishing a pass through from captain Rabie Hrimat. Angola failed to respond before the break, with Morocco holding a narrow lead at half-time. Angola showed more intent in the second half but couldn't break down Morocco's defence. In the 81st minute, defender Kinito scored an own goal, handing Morocco a two-goal cushion and securing the result. In the same group, Kenya beat DR Congo 1-0 thanks to a goal from Allan Odhiambo just before half-time. Morocco lead Group A on goal difference, with Kenya also on three points. Angola, DR Congo and Zambia remain without a point. Morocco will face Kenya next on August 10, followed by Zambia on August 14 and DR Congo on August 17. Tags: AngolaAtlas LionsCAFCHANMorocco
CAF
03-04-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Berkane secure victory on the road over Asec Mimosas
A late strike by Imad Riahi was enough for former champions, RS Berkane to secure victory on the road in their first leg quarter-final clash of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup against Ivorian giants, Asec Mimosas in Abidjan. The highly tactical, yet entertaining clash was nothing short of drama, as the quest to a continental crown enters the exciting knockout stages. As expected, the hosts came out flying in the opening half, creating a number of goalscoring opportunities but were let down by poor decision making in the final third. The former champions' plan of containing the Ivorians proved to work wonders, with frustrations building up for the hosts, as the match went into the break tied at 0-0. Coming back from the recess, the Ivorians piled on the pressure, but experience proved to be key for the Moroccan giants who are looking at reclaiming their title, as they frustrated their hosts. The deadlock eventually broke in the 75th minute, with Berkane being rewarded for their disciplined approach, as Imad Riahi secured the much-needed victory for the former champions to take home a confidence boosting 1-0 victory ahead of the return leg in Berkane next week.
