The expected lineup for Morocco’s national team against Zambia in the 2025 African Nations Championship
The Moroccan local team will face a crucial match against Zambia on Thursday evening in the third round of the group stage of the 2025 African Nations Championship, seeking a victory to restore their chances of qualification after their recent loss to Kenya.
The Atlas Lions started their campaign with a win against Angola, securing a 2-0 victory, but subsequently lost to Kenya 1-0. This leaves them in third place with 3 points, one point behind Angola and four points behind group leaders Kenya.
Coach Tariq Sketawi is preparing to make changes to the lineup for the encounter against Zambia, focusing on strengthening the midfield and attack. Saber Bougrine is expected to replace Khalid Ait Orkhan, while defender Abdelhak Asal is likely to start instead of Bouchaaib Irassi. In attack, Younes El Kaabi will lead the front line against Zambia following Ayoub Moulou’s injury in the previous match.
Projected lineup for Morocco against Zambia:
Goalkeeper: Mehdi Lahrar
Defense: Youssef Belaïli, Abdelhak Asal, Marwan El Wadni, Mohamed Mufid
Midfield: Mohamed Rabi Hrimati, Saber Bougrine, Anas Bash
Attack: Younes El Kaabi, Imad Riyahi, Anas Mahraoui
This match represents a critical opportunity for Morocco to assert their presence in the tournament and advance towards the qualifying positions for the next round, relying on tactical changes to compensate for the previous setback against Kenya.
