By Neilley Claude EBESSA,
Journalist kick442.com – Cameroon
Morocco meet Tanzania today in the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams eyeing a place in the quarter-finals. While Morocco are one of the tournament favorites, Tanzania are making history: this is their first-ever appearance in an AFCON knockout stage, adding extra significance and excitement to the clash.
Morocco coach Walid Regragui provided an update on the fitness of star right-back Achraf Hakimi:
Since his injury, we’ve been communicating with him. We had to make sure he plays at the right time.”
Hakimi made a 30-minute appearance against Zambia to test his readiness without risks:
He played 30 minutes against Zambia, it was the right time without risks. Now physically, he is ready.”
The final decision on whether Hakimi starts will be made just before the match:
He’s a good candidate for tomorrow’s game, but we’ll have to see. We will make a decision this evening.”
Tanzania will aim to make their knockout debut memorable with organized, disciplined play, while Morocco will look to impose their experience, attacking quality, and tactical control. A fully fit Hakimi could provide the decisive edge down the right flank for the favorites.
With history on the line for Tanzania and progression for Morocco at stake, today’s match promises intensity, drama, and a clash of ambition against experience.
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