Morocco vs South Africa: AFCON 2024 - LIVE!
South Africa caused a major upset during the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, securing a 2-0 victory over Morocco thanks to goals from Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena in the second-half. As a result, the World Cup semi-finalists were eliminated from the tournament in the last-16 stage, much to the surprise of many fans.
The Moroccan team was considered one of the top contenders at the tournament held in the Ivory Coast. However, during the match, their player Sofyan Amrabat was given a red card towards the end. Unfortunately, Morocco's bad luck in continental competitions continued, and they have not won any Cup of Nations title since 1976. This time, they were defeated in the uncomfortable and humid conditions of the Laurent Pokou Stadium.
In the 57th minute of the game, South Africa took the lead. One of their midfielders, Themba Zwane, who is known for being the creative force of the team, passed the ball to the tall striker, Makgopa. Makgopa then coolly slid the ball past the opposing goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou. Later on, Mokoena scored an excellent free-kick to seal the victory for South Africa.
During the match, Morocco had the opportunity to even out the score when a penalty was awarded to them. However, Achraf Hakimi's shot unfortunately hit the crossbar, resulting in South Africa advancing to the quarter-finals where they will face Cape Verde on Saturday, in Yamoussoukro.
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Atlas Lions Shocked Out Of Africa Cup Of Nations
South Africa Beats Morocco 2-0 In FT
Done! Morocco, who were predicted to win, have been ELIMINATED from the AFCON!
South Africa Beats Morocco 2-0
After 96 minutes of play, Bafana Bafana has scored a goal, which means they have secured their place in the next round.
Mokoena takes a free-kick and shoots!
South Africa Secure 1-0 Victory Over Morocco
In the 91st minute, Amrabat was given a red card and was sent off from the game.
He is the final individual and pulls Mokoena downwards.
Morocco is currently facing a tough challenge.
South Africa Beats Morocco 1-0
The game has entered its 90th minute and there will be an additional ten minutes of play.
South Africa Defeats Morocco 1-0
In about 88 minutes, it would require a special moment or extraordinary play to defeat South Africa.
South Africa Beats Morocco 1-0
In the 84th minute, Hakimi's shot hits the bar!
South Africa Wins 1-0 Against Morocco
South Africa Defeats Morocco 1-0
After 80 minutes of play, the Moroccan team is seeking a penalty in the game.
It seems as though Ammalah has landed a blow on Mvala's hand during the strike.
South Africa Beats Morocco, 1-0
After 77 minutes of game time, there was a small interruption and the television broadcast focused on the Moroccan supporters who were present in the audience.
