Morocco stand on the brink of a historic home Africa Cup of Nations triumph, needing just one more win to complete a remarkable rise built on long-term planning and investment.
Led on the pitch by Brahim Diaz, the Atlas Lions are back in an AFCON final after 22 years and are redefining what sustained success looks like in African football.
The senior team’s breakthrough at the 2022 World Cup, where they finished fourth after a historic run in Qatar, signalled a turning point in Morocco’s ambitions.
That progress has been reinforced by achievements across all levels, including qualification for the Olympic Games and a landmark U-20 World Cup title won against Argentina.
What sets Morocco apart is how effectively youth success has been translated into a winning culture in the senior setup.
In a continent where many nations shine briefly at youth tournaments, Morocco’s continuity, depth and home support now fuel genuine belief that the Atlas Lions are evolving into Africa’s next great football force.
Morocco will take on Senegal on Sunday at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah.
