Morocco Edges Nigeria, Secures Spot in AFCON
The host nation triumphed 4-2 on spot kicks at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat following 120 minutes of deadlocked action that saw neither side find the net through regulation or extra time.
Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou emerged as Morocco's hero, denying Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi from the spot to seal the Atlas Lions' advancement. Hamza Igamane was the sole Moroccan player to miss his penalty attempt.
The North African powerhouse will now face Senegal in Sunday's final showdown at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, where they'll compete for continental glory on home soil.
The tournament decider promises high stakes as Morocco seeks to capitalize on home advantage against the West African challengers in what will be a battle for AFCON supremacy.
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