Rabat, Morocco – (African Boulevard News) – Morocco’s under-17 football team booked their spot in the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, thanks to a 3-0 win against rivals Algeria. The match was a tense encounter, but Zakaria Ouazane, who scored two goals for Morocco, has credited his team for being calm under pressure.
Speaking after the game, Ouazane praised his teammates for their collective performance under tough conditions. He said, “It was a hard game, and we knew that Algeria would come at us hard, but we were calm under pressure. We stuck to our game plan, and that’s what got us through.”
Ouazane’s two goals secured the win for Morocco, and he’s become a fan favorite due to his impressive performances in the tournament so far. The young striker said, “It’s always great to score goals, but the most important thing is that we won as a team. We’re now focused on the next game and hope to keep up this momentum.”
Morocco’s coach, Hassan Benabicha, also commended the team for their performance, saying, “I’m proud of the boys; they played with discipline and showed great maturity. We have a very talented group of players, and I’m confident that we can go all the way in this competition.”
The victory means that Morocco will face Cameroon in the semi-finals, and they’ll be looking to secure a spot in the final. However, Ouazane insists that they aren’t getting ahead of themselves, saying, “We’re taking it one game at a time. Cameroon is a tough team, and we know it won’t be easy, but we’re ready for the challenge.”
The TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations has been an exciting tournament so far, with Morocco proving to be one of the standout teams. The finals of the competition will take place in Rabat on July 31st, and fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.
In conclusion, Morocco’s victory over Algeria was well-deserved, and the team’s performance was exemplary. Ouazane’s two goals were the icing on the cake, but it was a collective effort from the team that ensured their success. Morocco will now be looking to carry their momentum into the semi-finals, and fans will be hoping for more of the same from this talented team.
