The African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025 continues to thrill fans across the continent. In one of the most entertaining clashes so far, Morocco secured a 3-1 victory over D.R. Congo, proving their depth, tactical discipline, and attacking brilliance. For Kenyan football lovers, this game was a reminder of the high standards African teams must meet to compete on the continental stage.
Match Summary
- Full-time Score: D.R. Congo 1-3 Morocco
- Tournament: African Nations Championship 2025
- Key Performer: Lamlioui O. (two goals, one disallowed)
The contest was end-to-end, with Congo equalizing before halftime, only for Morocco to pull away in the second half with clinical finishing.
First Half Highlights
- 8’ (0-1): Lamlioui O. opened the scoring for Morocco after a well-timed pass from Belammari Y.
- 19’: Morocco’s Arrassi B. booked.
- 31’: Congo’s Ndombele Lutaladio O. shown yellow.
- 38’: Bougrine S. also booked for Morocco.
- 43’: Matobo Mubalu I. cautioned for Congo.
- 45+4’ (1-1): Kitambala J. equalized with a crucial strike for Congo.
- 45+5’: Louadni M. of Morocco received a yellow card.
The first half ended level, but the momentum was shifting towards Morocco’s favor.
Second Half Highlights
- 57’ (1-2): Baba K. restored Morocco’s lead with a composed finish.
- 70’ (1-3): Hrimat M. confidently converted a penalty to extend the gap.
- 74’-80’: Congo made several substitutions (Horso Mwaku M., Tukumbane J. B., Nyembo Ntumba L., Baso K.) to chase the game, but Morocco’s structure held firm.
- 85’: Lamlioui O. struck again after a Mehri Y. assist, sealing the win.
- 87’: Lamlioui thought he had a hat-trick, but it was ruled offside.
- 90+1’: Morocco rotated their squad with fresh legs to see out the match comfortably.
Match Stats
- Goals: D.R. Congo (1), Morocco (3)
- Discipline: 6 yellow cards (3 per team)
- Chances Created: Morocco is more clinical in front of the goal
- Standout Player: Lamlioui O. – a constant threat in attack
Lineups and Impact Players
D.R. Congo:
- Kitambala J. (goal scorer)
- Matobo Mubalu I. (yellow card)
- Substitutes made a late push but couldn’t change the outcome.
Morocco:
- Lamlioui O. (brace)
- Hrimat M. (penalty)
- Belammari Y. & Mehri Y. (key assists)
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Conclusion
Morocco’s 3-1 triumph over D.R. Congo is a statement of intent – they are here to challenge for the CHAN 2025 title. Congo, despite flashes of brilliance, will need to regroup. For fans across Africa, and especially in Kenya, this was a match that displayed the power, resilience, and artistry of African football.
