Moroccan National Team Preparations for AFCON Qualifiers: Gabon and Lesotho on the Horizon

The Quest for Qualification Begins in Rabat

The Moroccan national football team is gearing up to begin its campaign in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with two decisive matches in the first and second rounds as they embark on their journey to secure a spot in the continental tournament.

Details of the First Match Against Gabon

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced that the “Atlas Lions” will host Gabon in the opening match on September 25, 2026. This summit clash will take place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, starting at 8:00 PM. The officiating duty has been assigned to South African referee Abongile Tom.

A Challenging Trip to South Africa

For the second round, the Moroccan national team will travel to South Africa to face Lesotho on September 29, 2026. The match will be held at the “Toyota Stadium” in Bloemfontein, at 3:00 PM local time. The match will be officiated by Cameroonian referee Abdou Abdel Mouflet.

These matches are part of the Moroccan national team’s efforts to cement their continental excellence and secure their position at the top of the group, relying on their powerful roster and tactical readiness to navigate these qualifiers with confidence and focus.