2025 AFCON: Morocco eyes international friendly with Nigeria

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As part of their early preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Atlas Lions of Morocco are considering an international friendly against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Morocco, who replaced Guinea as the host of the biennial tournament, is determined to make history by winning the trophy on home soil.

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has lined up a series of friendly matches to ensure the team is in top shape ahead of the competition.

Having already confirmed a friendly against Benin, the Atlas Lions are now looking to add Nigeria, Senegal, and Ivory Coast to their pre-tournament schedule.

Morocco’s last AFCON campaign ended in disappointment as it was eliminated in the Round of 16 following a 2-0 defeat to South Africa in Ivory Coast.

The upcoming friendlies are seen as crucial steps in the team’s bid for redemption in 2025.

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