Morocco did not disappoint their home crowd at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, comfortably defeating Cameroon 2-0 in the AFCON2025 quarterfinals. With this result, the Atlas Lions advanced to the semifinals, where they will face the winner of the match between Algeria and Nigeria.
Under the pressure of being the host nation, Morocco faced no major difficulties during the match, appearing comfortable from start to finish. The first goal came in the 26th minute of the first half, when Brahim Diaz deflected the ball following a header from El Kaabi to give his team the lead.
Cameroon failed to create almost any truly dangerous situations for their opponent, who took advantage in the second half to extend the lead. Following a corner kick in the 73rd minute, Ismael Saibari was left unmarked and sealed the match for Morocco with a powerful shot.
With the scoreboard in their favor and the match decided, Morocco focused on solid defending, preventing Cameroon from creating any threats. The host nation will now face either Nigeria or Algeria on January 14, where they will seek a spot in the grand final.
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End of the game!
Morocco defeat Cameroon 2-0 to reach the AFCON 2025 semifinals!!!
87'- Yellow card for Morocco (2-0)
Soufiane Rahimi received a yellow card.
85'- Two modifications in Morocco (2-0)
Abde Ezzalzouli and Ismael Saibari were replaced by Soufiane Rahimi and Oussama Targhalline.
76'- Three substitutions in Cameroon (2-0)
Carlos Baleba, Christian Kofane and Danny Namaso left the field to make way for Jean Onana Etta Eyong and Frank Magri.
Georges N'Koudou failed to connect with the header and missed the equalizer for Cameroon!
67'- Two modifications in Morocco (1-0)
Ayoub El Kaabi and Bilel El Khanouss were replaced by Youssef En-Nesyri and Sofyan Amrabat.
61'- Incredible save by Samuel Kotto (1-0)
Ismael Saibari nearly had Morocco's second goal, but Kotto cleared the ball off the line. However, the Moroccan forward had handled the ball with his hand.
58'- Substitution in Cameroon (1-0)
Eric Junior Ebimbe left the field to make way for Georges N'Koudou.
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50'- Yellow card to El Khanouss (1-0)
Bilel El Khanouss of Morocco received the first yellow card of his team.
The second half is underway!
Cameroon and Morocco are already playing the second half!
Halftime!
The first half of the game has ended!
38'- Yellow card for Cameroon (1-0)
Nouhou Tolo received the second yellow card of his team.
37'- Huge chance for Morocco! (1-0)
Abde Ezzalzouli nearly scored the second goal of the match, but his shot went just wide.
Cameroon's Che Malone Junior left the field injured to make way for Eric Ebimbe.
15'- Morocco push for the opening goal (0-0)
The home side is attacking constantly but has yet to convert a chance; it feels as though the opening goal is getting closer and closer.
8'- First yellow card of the game (0-0)
Arthur Ebong of Cameroon received the first yellow card of the game after fouling Hakimi.
7'- Morocco take the initiative (0-0)
The home team took control of the match, earning two consecutive corner kicks that ultimately did not result in any dangerous situations for Cameroon.
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GAME ON!
Cameroon and Morocco have kicked off the AFCON 2025 quarterfinal!
Players are on the pitch!
Players from both countries are on the pitch for the national anthems. Everything is ready for the start of the match.
Kofane isn't worried about Morocco's huge fanbase
As the tournament host, Morocco enjoy massive fan support at every match. However, Cameroonian forward Christian Kofane remains unfazed by the atmosphere.
"All of us players are used to pressure. Playing in the Bundesliga, I’ve faced very intense crowds, like Borussia Dortmund’s, so I know how to handle myself in that environment. We know how Morocco plays and we have prepared for it. We will do what we know how to do," the striker noted during a press conference.
Morocco lineup confirmed!
This will be Morocco starting lineup: Bono; Achraf Hakimi, Adam Masina, Nayef Aguerd, Noussair Mazraoui; Abde Ezzalzouli, Bilal El Khannouss, Neil El Aynaoui; Brahim Diaz, Ayoub El Kaabi, Ismael Saibari.
التشكيلة الرسمية لـ منتخبنا الوطني أمام منتخب الكاميرون
This is the Cameroon's starting XI for today: Devis Epassy; Che Malone Junior, Samuel Kotto, Nouhou Tolo; Junior Tchamadeu, Danny Namaso, Carlos Baleba, Arthur Ebong, Mahamadou Nagida; Bryan Mbeumo; Christian Kofane.
— Les Lions Indomptables Officiel (@LIndomptables) January 9, 2026
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Today's referees
Mauritanian referee Dahan Bida has been appointed to officiate the quarterfinal clash between Cameroon and Morocco. He will be joined on the field by Gerson Emiliano dos Santos and Invanildo Meireles de Oliveira Sanchez, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.
Full officiating team:
Referee: Dahan Bida (MRT)
Assistant Referee 1: Gerson Emiliano dos Santos (AGO)
Assistant Referee 2: Invanildo Meireles de Oliveira Sanchez (AGO)
Fourth Official: Mahmood Ali Mahmoud Ismail (SDN)
VAR: Daniel Laria (GHA)
Kick off time
Cameroon vs Morocco will get underway in the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium at 2:00 PM (ET).
Cameroon and Morocco clash in AFCON 2025 quarterfinals
Welcome to our live blog of the AFCON 2025 action. Cameroon face Morocco today in a crucial quarterfinal showdown, with both national teams searching for a spot in the final four!
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Gianni Taina is a bilingual journalist, fluent in English and Spanish, with a specialization in soccer, NBA, and tennis. He began his professional career in 2020 with Mundo Deportivo US, where he first established himself as a writer. Throughout his career, Gianni has covered major sports events such as the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the NBA Finals, and Grand Slam tournaments like the French Open. His ability to report on real-time events and perform well under pressure has made him a valuable member of a top-tier team of journalists. In 2024, he joined Bolavip US, bringing his expertise in soccer, NBA, and tennis to deliver original content while providing live coverage of important events.
