Hakimi Leads Morocco in Chances Created (9) Jointly with El-Zalzouli Despite Missing Comoros and Mali Matches
The statistics network "Sofascore" highlighted the exceptional performance of Moroccan star Achraf Hakimi during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, emphasizing his significant impact in the Atlas Lions' recent matches.
Sofascore revealed that Hakimi, despite his absence from the starting lineup in the group stage, has become one of Morocco's most prominent players in creating chances, topping the list alongside teammate Abde Ezzalzouli with 9 chances created each.
In the Moroccan national team's last two matches in the tournament, Achraf Hakimi delivered an outstanding performance, sending 18 crosses, 7 of which were successful, creating 9 clear-cut chances for his teammates, and providing one assist, earning him a rating of 7.6/10 from Sofascore.
These statistics followed the Atlas Lions' 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the quarter-finals, with goals scored by Brahim Diaz and Ismael Saibari. The Round of 16 match saw Morocco defeat Tanzania 1-0, also thanks to a goal from Diaz.
The Moroccan national team is now anticipating a tough semi-final clash next Wednesday against Nigeria, as the Atlas Lions continue their pursuit of the title.
