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B<\/strong>y Angu Lesley<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a historic TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Real Madrid\u2019s Brahim D\u00edaz emerged not only as Morocco\u2019s attacking heartbeat but also as the tournament\u2019s top marksman, finishing with 5 goals and the PUMA Golden Boot. His clinical finishing, vision, and composure under pressure lit up stadiums across the continent and made him a standout performer of AFCON 2025.<\/p>\n

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D\u00edaz\u2019s scoring run was nothing short of spectacular, becoming the first player in AFCON history to score in each of his first five matches in the final phase. He began the tournament with a decisive goal in Morocco\u2019s 2\u20130 opening win against Comoros, setting the tone for a campaign defined by poise and precision. In the second group match against Mali, he again found the net, helping Morocco secure a vital result and maintaining the team\u2019s momentum at the top of their group. Against Zambia, D\u00edaz continued his rich vein of form, scoring in a 3\u20130 victory, which cemented Morocco\u2019s dominance in the group stage and highlighted his growing influence.<\/p>\n

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The knockout rounds saw D\u00edaz elevate his game even further. In the Round of 16 clash with Tanzania, he scored the only goal of the match, sending Morocco into the quarter-finals and demonstrating his ability to deliver when it mattered most. Perhaps the highlight of his campaign came in the quarter-final against Cameroon, where he opened the scoring in a 2\u20130 win, becoming just the second player in AFCON history to score in five consecutive matches in a single tournament. That goal not only secured Morocco\u2019s semi-final spot but also confirmed D\u00edaz as the team\u2019s indispensable match-winner.<\/p>\n

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Beyond the goals, D\u00edaz\u2019s impact was felt in every aspect of Morocco\u2019s play. His leadership on the field inspired teammates, while his consistent scoring opened games and silenced opposition momentum. By scoring against five different opponents\u2014Comoros, Mali, Zambia, Tanzania, and Cameroon\u2014he etched his name into AFCON history as one of the competition\u2019s elite performers.<\/p>\n

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While Morocco ultimately fell just short in the dramatic AFCON final, losing 1\u20130 to Senegal, D\u00edaz\u2019s influence throughout the tournament was undeniable. He earned a late penalty in the final, which was saved, denying him a fairytale ending, but his Golden Boot success remains a testament to one of the most consistent and thrilling attacking displays in recent AFCON history.<\/p>\n

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Brahim D\u00edaz didn\u2019t just win the Golden Boot\u2014he electrified a nation, delivered in key moments, and left a legacy that Moroccan fans will remember for years to come. His AFCON 2025 journey was a masterclass in determination, skill, and attacking brilliance.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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