Morocco vs Sierra Leone: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

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Published at :January 9, 2024 at 2:20 PM

Modified at :January 13, 2024 at 11:35 AM

The Atlas Lions play Sierra Leone in an International Friendly just before the Africa Cup of Nations!

The match between Morocco and Sierra Leone looks to be an exciting battle between the determined spirit of Sierra Leone and Morocco’s well-honed tactics. Morocco, renowned for their fairytale run in the FIFA World Cup aims to dominate the AFCON. However, in this friendly before the AFCON tournament, Sierra Leone seek to defy the odds. This meeting is full of potential and it might develop into an interesting exhibition of divergent footballing philosophies.

Kick-off

Thursday, 11th January 2024, 5:00 PM GMT; 10:30 PM IST

Location: Stade de San Pédro

Form

Morocco (in all competitions): L-W-D-W-W

Sierra Leone (in all competitions): D-W-D-L-L

Players to watch for

Achraf Hakimi – Morocco

Hakimi is an adaptable full-back who excels at counter attacks and displays unwavering pace and accuracy. Morocco’s play is enhanced by his skill in both attacking and defensive roles. He is a key component of their tactics and a formidable force that increases their strength on the pitch which was evident in Fifa World Cup 2022 as well.

Rodney Michael – Sierra Leone

Rodney Michael embodies pace and tenacity, contributing significantly up front. He gives Sierra Leone’s offensive line more vigour by taking advantage of defensive lapses and openings. His ability to score goals and his keen sense of instinct make him an important component of their tactical plan.

Match facts

In their last 5 games, Morocco have beaten Sierra Leone thrice. Sierra Leone have only won the match once.
Sierra Leone have conceded 14 goals in their last 5 games and scored 3 goals only.
Morocco have conceded 4 goals in their last 5 games.

Head-to-head

Matches: 6

Morocco: 4

Sierra Leone: 1

Draws: 1

Predicted lineup for Morocco vs Sierra Leone

Morocco Predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Bono; Hakimi, Aguerd, Saïss, Mazraoui; Ounahi, Amrabat, Ziyech, Harit; El Khannouss, En-Nesyri

Sierra Leone Predicted lineup (4-5-1)

Kamara; Koroma, A. Kabia, Samadiya, Sesay; Bekoe, Quee, Fofanah, Fornah, Michael; Turay

Match prediction for Morocco vs Sierra Leone

Morocco may have an advantage over Sierra Leone with their steady play and strong team. Morocco have the individual skill and tactical know-how to potentially win. Sierra Leone’s determination can present difficulties to Morocco. Despite the fact that it could be a close match, Morocco is favoured to win by a small margin.

Prediction: Morocco 2 – 1 Sierra Leone

Telecast

India: ESPN IN

UK: TNT Sports

USA: Fox Sports

Nigeria: FIFA+

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