Lesotho vs Morocco Preview, prediction, team news, lineups | AFCON 2027 qualifiers
The Atlas Lions dominated the proceedings when these sides last met!
The Lesotho national football team will now go head-to-head against the Morocco national football team for their second outing of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. The Free State Stadium is going to witness this interesting outing.
The Crocodiles have not started their journey as per their expectations. They are coming after facing a 1-2 loss against Niger in their opening game of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Lesotho national football team lacked the finishing touch in the final third and hence only scored one goal despite multiple attempts on target.
Bob Mafoso’s men are going to face a very tough competition in their upcoming outing. They will go against one of the best teams in Africa and must not make the slightest mistake.
The Morocco national football team have started their AFCON 2027 qualifying journey on a positive note. They are coming off an easy 2-0 win against Gabon in their opening game. The Atlas Lions had full control of the game from the start and were on point with their performance on the attacking front.
The Mohamed Ouahbi-led side will be fully confident despite being away from home. With better squad quality, they are going to have a slight edge over their opponents.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Stadium: Free State Stadium
- Date: Tuesday, September 29
- Kick-off Time: 06:30 PM IST/ 01:00 PM GMT/ 09:00 AM ET/ 06:00 AM PT
- Referee: Abdou Abdel Mefire
- VAR: In use
Form:
Lesotho: W-D-L-D-L
Morocco: W-D-W-L-W
Players to Watch
Sera Motebang (Lesotho)
Sera Motebang was the sole goal scorer for the Lesotho national football team in their 1-2 loss against Niger. He won a crucial penalty and then went on to fire the ball into the back of the net. The 31-year-old took the most shots (5) and also had the most touches (11) in the opposition box.
Azzedine Ounahi (Morocco)
Despite not scoring any goals for the Morocco national football team in their previous outing, Azzedine Ounahi was one of the top performers for his team. His work rate was quite crucial both in the midfield and the attacking front. The 26-year-old completed the most dribbles (4).
Match Facts
- Lesotho are winless in their last four matches.
- Morocco have managed two wins in their last three games.
- This will be the third-ever outing between these nations.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Morocco to win
- Soufiane Rahimi to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
All of the selected squad members for both Lesotho and Morocco are all set to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 2
Lesotho (wins): 0
Morocco (wins): 2
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
Lesotho predicted XI (5-4-1)
Moerane (GK); Falene, Makhetha, Makhele, Mokokoane, Koaeane; Mokhachane, Toloane, Fothoane, Sefali; Motebang
Morocco predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Bounou (GK); Hakimi, Diop, Aguerd, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui, Bouaddi; Yassine, Ounahi, Ezzalzouli; Rahimi
Match Prediction
Lesotho at home will be looking to use this advantage, but Morocco, with quality players in the squad, are likely to dominate.
The Atlas Lions might come out on top and secure a win in their upcoming AFCON qualifier.
Prediction: Lesotho 0-4 Morocco
Telecast Details
Nigeria: Canal+, Sport 1 Afrique
Morocco: beIN Sports, SNRT
USA: beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT
When and where is Lesotho vs Morcco AFCON qualifier?
This clash takes place at the Free State Stadium on September 29.
Where and how to watch AFCON 2027 qualifiers in Morocco?
Fans can view all the games live via beIN Sports and SNRT.
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