The Atlas Lions of Morocco devoured the Panthers of Gabon on Friday evening at the Grand Stade d’Agadir in a match counting for the first day, Group B, of the qualifiers for the African Cup of Nations (CAN TOTALENERGIES) which Morocco will host in 2025.
Gabon’s ordeal began in the 10th minuteth minute before getting heavier at 26thThe torturer is named Hakim Ziyech who scored Morocco’s first two goals from penalties.
Pierre Emeric Aubamayang who scored the only Gabonese goal by penalty in the 40th minuteth minute unfortunately missed a penalty before.
Half-time score: 2-1.
Faced with the withdrawal of several starters, the Panthers coach, Thierry Mouyouma, did not have the depth on the bench to overturn the Atlas Lions playing at home and basking in their world cup status.
Brahim Diaz (59th ) then Ayoub El Kaabi at 82th minute crucified the Panthers without sharp teeth.
Morocco, already qualified as the host country of the CAN 2025, takes the lead in group B with 3 points followed by the Central African Republic which corrected Lesotho (3-1). Lesotho is 3th while Gabon closes the march with 0 points, a heavy defeat to the key.
During the 2th day, Gabon will cross swords against the Central African Republic, a selection full of confidence.
Carl Nsitou
2024-09-06 23:59:08
#Morocco #merciless #Gabon
How did Hakim Ziyech’s penalties influence the outcome of the match between Morocco and Gabon?
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Morocco Dominates Gabon 4-1 in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier
The Atlas Lions of Morocco devoured the Panthers of Gabon on Friday evening at the Grand Stade d’Agadir, thrashing them 4-1 in the first day of the qualifiers for the African Cup of Nations (CAN TOTALENERGIES) which Morocco will host in 2025.
Gabon’s ordeal began early, with Morocco’s Hakim Ziyech scoring two penalties in the 10th and 26th minutes, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Pierre Emeric Aubamayang managed to score Gabon’s only goal from a penalty in the 40th minute, but it was not enough to stem the tide of Moroccan dominance.
At half-time, the score was 2-1 in favor of Morocco, and things only got worse for Gabon in the second half. Brahim Díaz, who scored his first goal for Morocco, and Ayoub El Kaabi added to Gabon’s misery, scoring in the 59th and 82nd minutes respectively. This marked a convincing win for the Atlas Lions, who are already qualified for the CAN 2025 as the host country [[1]].
According to historical data, this is not the first time Morocco has beaten Gabon. In their previous encounters, Gabon has won 4 matches, Morocco has won 2, and there have been 4 draws [[2]]. However, on this occasion, Morocco’s superior skill and home advantage proved too much for Gabon.
The match was part of the Africa Cup of Nations, Qualification, Group B, which also features the Central African Republic and Lesotho. Morocco leads the group with 3 points, followed by the Central African Republic, which defeated Lesotho 3-1. Lesotho is third, while Gabon is at the bottom of the table with 0 points [[3]].
In their next match, Gabon will face another tough opponent, looking to bounce back from this heavy defeat. Meanwhile, Morocco will continue to build on their momentum, eager to showcase their skills on home soil in the CAN 2025.
Key Takeaways:
Morocco thrashes Gabon 4-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier
Hakim Ziyech scores two penalties, Brahim Díaz scores his first goal for Morocco
Morocco leads Group B with 3 points, followed by the Central African Republic and Lesotho
Gabon is at the bottom of the table with 0 points, looking to bounce back in their next match
Morocco Dominates Gabon 4-1 in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier
The Atlas Lions of Morocco thrashed the Panthers of Gabon 4-1 in a match that counted for the first day of the qualifiers for the African Cup of Nations (CAN TOTALENERGIES) which Morocco will host in 2025. The match was played at the Grand Stade d’Agadir on Friday evening, and Morocco’s victory was largely thanks to the clinical finishing of Hakim Ziyech, who scored two penalties in the 10th and 26th minutes [[1]].
Gabon’s ordeal began early, with Ziyech’s penalties setting the tone for the rest of the match. Pierre Emeric Aubamayang managed to score Gabon’s only goal from a penalty in the 40th minute, but it was not enough to stem the tide of Moroccan dominance.
At half-time, the score was 2-1 in favor of Morocco, and things only got worse for Gabon in the second half. Brahim Díaz, who scored his first goal for Morocco, and Ayoub El Kaabi added to Gabon’s misery, scoring in the 59th and 82nd minutes respectively. This marked a convincing win for the Atlas Lions, who are already qualified for the CAN 2025 as the host country [[1]].
According to historical data, this is not the first time Morocco has beaten Gabon. In their previous encounters, Gabon has won 4 matches, Morocco has won 2, and there have been 4 draws [[2]]. However, on this occasion, Morocco’s superior skill and home advantage proved too much for Gabon.
The match was part of the Africa Cup of Nations, Qualification, Group B, which also features the Central African Republic and Lesotho. Morocco leads the group with 3 points, followed by the Central African Republic, which defeated Lesotho 3-1. Lesotho is third, while Gabon is at the bottom of the table with 0 points [[3]].
In their next match, Gabon will face another tough opponent, looking to bounce back from a heavy defeat.
How Hakim Ziyech’s Penalties Influenced the Outcome of the Match
Hakim Ziyech’s two penalties in the 10th and 26th minutes were a crucial factor in Morocco’s dominant win over Gabon. His clinical finishing set the tone for the rest of the match, and Gabon was unable to recover from the early setback. Ziyech’s penalties not only gave Morocco an early lead but also seemed to deflate Gabon’s confidence and morale.
Gabon’s Pierre Emeric Aubamayang did manage to score a penalty in the 40th minute, but it was not enough to change the course of the match. Morocco’s superior skill and home advantage proved too much for Gabon, and the Panthers were unable to mount a significant comeback.
Ziyech’s penalties were a key factor in Morocco’s win, and his performance will be a boost to the Atlas Lions as they continue their campaign in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
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