Matchday three of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage delivered clarity and celebration in Morocco, as Groups A and B wrapped up with decisive results and the knockout phase coming into focus.
Host nation Morocco responded in style after a draw in their previous outing, beating Zambia 3–0 at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium to finish top of Group A. Ayoub El Kaabi stole the show with two goals, including a stunning overhead kick that lit up the stadium, while Brahim Díaz also found the net. Morocco now stay on course to play all their knockout matches in Rabat, where fans are dreaming of lifting the trophy on home soil.
