Regragui hails Morocco's 'excellent' mentality
The Straits Times
|December 31, 2025
Morocco coach Walid Regragui has urged his team to show the same spirit as they did when they beat Zambia 3-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) on Dec 29.
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Morocco's Ayoub El Kaabi scoring during their 3-0 win over Zambia on Dec 29 to secure a last-16 spot. It is his second overhead-kick goal at this Afcon. PHOTO: REUTERS
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Ayoub El Kaabi’s brace was key for the hosts as they cruised into the last 16, while South Africa beat Zimbabwe 3-2 to also secure a berth in the knockout phase.
African Player of the Year Achraf Hakimi made his return from injury for Morocco after almost two months out. Mali also qualified for the next round, while Mohamed Salah was rested for Egypt in their goalless draw against Angola.
Morocco are the tournament favourites as the host nation and Africa’s top-ranked team, but they were booed off by fans following a 1-1 draw against Mali in their last outing.
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