The Zambian national team meets its Moroccan counterpart at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, starting at eight in the evening.
Group A standings before the match:
| Rank | Team | Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 4 |
| 2 | Mali | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 | Zambia | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 4 | Comoros | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
Morocco, the host nation, leads the group with 4 points and is a strong candidate for the title after its impressive performance in the 2022 World Cup. A draw is enough to guarantee first place, but it aims for victory to boost its morale before the knockout stages. Meanwhile, Zambia, the 2012 champion, relies on its strong defense after two consecutive draws (1-1 with Mali and 0-0 with Comoros). A win today ensures direct qualification, while a draw may be sufficient if Mali does not win by a large margin in its concurrent match against Comoros. This clash is crucial for both teams, with a historical advantage for Morocco in recent encounters. We expect an exciting match full of enthusiasm before the large Moroccan crowd!
