AFCON 2023: Morocco vs Tanzania: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :January 15, 2024 at 4:06 PM

Modified at :January 15, 2024 at 4:42 PM

The Atlas Lions take on The Taifa Stars in their first clash of the AFCON 2023.

The coming AFCON opening match of both the African giants promises to be an exciting matter on the pitch. Morocco have a long history in African football and their World Cup performances stand for it. It offers to the game a unique combination of talent, strategy, and competitive performances.

Tanzania, on the other hand, are well-known for their love of football and hopes to demonstrate talent and resiliency. Football fans are excited for a display of sportsmanship and the unpredictable beauty of the game when the two nations square off in the biggest African footballing prize.

Kick-off

Wednesday, 17th January 2024, 5:00 PM GMT; 10:30 PM IST

Location: Stade de San Pédro

Form

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

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

Also Read: AFCON 2023: Full Fixtures, schedule, timing and telecast details

Players to watch for

Youssef En-Nesyri (Morocco)

Youssef En-Nesyri is a well-known Moroccan player who excels at scoring goals and in aerial situations. En Nesyri is renowned for his quickness and clinical finishing which was pretty evident in the World Cup as well. He has established himself as a vital member of his national squad and is a regular starter in attacking lineup.

Charles M’Mombwa (Tanzania)

On the contrary, Tanzania’s hopes are carried by Charles M’Mombwa, who demonstrates versatility and energy on the pitch. He scored the last goal for the team in a match where Tanzania ended up winning. The fans and coaches will be expecting for him to score for sure!

Match facts

This is the opening match for both the teams in the Group F of the AFCON 2023.
There have been three competitions between the Moroccan and Tanzanian teams since 2013, with Morocco winning two of those matches.

Injury and Team News

Noussair Mazraoui may not feature in this game of AFCON. Whereas El Kaabi and Tissoudali are available to fill in as strikers if necessary. But as the game gets closer, it’s critical to keep up with the official updates. Haji Mnoga, Tarryn Allarakhia, and Anthony Ben Starkie are interested to start for Tanzania. Their possible inclusion would provide the team more depth and flexibility. It would be good to see how both teams align with their current squad.

Head-to-head

Matches: 3

Morocco: 2

Tanzania: 1

Draws : 0

Predicted lineup for Morocco vs Tanzania

Morocco Predicted lineup (4-4-2)

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

Tanzania Predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Manula; Dickson, Nondo, Mnoga, Miroshi; Msuva, Hamad, Bajana; Samatta, M’Mombwa, Salum

Match prediction for Morocco vs Tanzania

It’s difficult to predict Morocco vs Tanzania with any degree of accuracy if we do not take into account the team’s recent performance, player situations and tactical plans. Morocco has set their standards high after the FIFA World Cup and they are not going to stand back. Since AFCON matches are dynamic, unexpected events can have a big impact on the outcome. Tanzania’s resiliency and Morocco’s superior attack is all to watch as it unfolds on the pitch.

Prediction: Morocco 3 – 1 Tanzania

Telecast

India: Fancode

UK: Sky Sports/Sky Go

USA: beIN Sports

Nigeria: GOtv, SuperSport

AFCON 2023 Worldwide Broadcast Details: Click here

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