In cities across the Kingdom, cafes are preparing to welcome millions of Atlas Lions fans on Wednesday evening to follow the proceedings of the first match in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Cafes opened their doors early on Wednesday morning, arranging and preparing the atmosphere to receive their patrons for the national team’s match.
A number of citizens have reserved their seats in their usual cafes to watch the highly anticipated match against Tanzania, while other cafes have introduced special offers for this occasion.
The Moroccan national team is set to face Tanzania today, Wednesday, in the Ivorian city of San Pedro, in the first-round matches of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage.
The Atlas Lions aim to achieve a victorious result at the beginning of their journey, seeking to gain additional doses of confidence to navigate upcoming matches calmly.
Moroccan football enthusiasts, known as Atlas Lions fans, have a deep-rooted tradition of gathering in cafes to support their national team during major tournaments.
The cafes become vibrant hubs of excitement, camaraderie, and fervent cheers as fans unite to watch the matches unfold on the big screens.
As the nation eagerly awaits the kickoff, cafes have become social epicenters where diverse groups of people gather to share the joy and tension that football competitions bring.
This collective experience is a testament to the unifying power of sports, transcending boundaries and creating shared moments of celebration.
The cafes’ early preparations and the citizens’ eagerness to secure their spots highlight the widespread passion for football in Morocco.
With the Atlas Lions aiming for a triumphant start in the Africa Cup of Nations, the cafes are poised to become lively theaters of national pride and collective enthusiasm as fans rally behind their team.