The Atlas Cubs face Sierra Leone with hopes of qualifying for the U-20 AFCON semifinals.
The Moroccan U-20 national team is set to play a decisive match against Sierra Leone this Monday evening, as part of the quarter-finals of the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations currently hosted in Egypt. The Atlas Cubs aim to secure victory in this match to guarantee a place in the semi-finals and earn a ticket to the next World Cup.
Morocco reached this stage after topping Group B with seven points, winning two matches and drawing one, which has given them a psychological edge before meeting Sierra Leone. The encounter will take place at the “30 June” Stadium in Cairo, starting at 4 PM Moroccan time (GMT +1).
This match carries double significance for the national team, as their ambitions extend beyond merely reaching the semi-finals; they also seek qualification for the U-20 World Cup, making this game a pivotal moment in the journey of the coach’s squad in this continental tournament.
