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Abou Trika: 'This is the Best Half Morocco Has Played in the Africa Cup of Nations'

Abou Trika: 'This is the Best Half Morocco Has Played in the Africa Cup of Nations'

09 January 2026at20:08

Former Egyptian international Mohamed Aboutrika praised the performance of the "Atlas Lions" during the first half against Cameroon, which ended with Morocco leading 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.

Aboutrika stated during beIN Sports' analytical studio: "This is the best half the Moroccan national team has played in the tournament. They were strong, fast, fierce, and balanced, exploiting their strengths and concealing Cameroon's strengths."

He continued: "This is Brahim Diaz's tournament, and this is his fifth goal in the Africa Cup of Nations. He anticipated the ball correctly and dealt with it excellently."

He concluded: "It was a great and balanced half for the Moroccan national team, and Cameroon did not have any real opportunities."

How did Brahim Diaz impact Morocco's first-half performance against Cameroon?

Brahim Diaz was instrumental, scoring his fifth goal of the Africa Cup of Nations by expertly anticipating and handling the ball, contributing to Morocco's 1-0 lead and overall dominant display.

What tactical strengths did Mohamed Aboutrika highlight in Morocco's first half against Cameroon?

Aboutrika noted Morocco's strength, speed, fierceness, and balance, emphasizing how they effectively utilized their own advantages while neutralizing Cameroon's key strengths during their leading performance.
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