Author: La Redaction

Held to a draw by Morocco (1-1), Mali achieved its goal: to withstand the pressure, survive the opponents’ strong moments, and leave Rabat with a point that keeps the Eagles in the race. Once again, the scenario was dictated by the events of the game and two penalties, in a match where the margin was decided by details. In a reaction broadcast after the match, Yves Bissouma summarized the mood in the locker room: taking the point, without triumphalism, and immediately projecting towards the next challenge. The Malian midfielder notably suggested that the team “has taken the point” and that…

Mali held Morocco to a 1-1 draw in Rabat during the second round of Group A at CAN 2025, following a tightly contested match marked by two converted penalties: Brahim Díaz opened the scoring before halftime, followed by Mali’s equalizer from Lassine Sinayoko after the hour mark. As the scorer and the main offensive catalyst for the Eagles, Sinayoko emphasized the mental aspect of a match against the host nation, in a stadium filled with supporters of the Atlas Lions. “There is stress, but it’s good stress,” he remarked, expressing his pride in a team that remained disciplined and true…

Named man of the match, Neil El Aynaoui expressed his frustration over a draw that delays qualification. Morocco remains at the top of the group, but the final day becomes crucial to secure first place. The midfielder explained his desire to “move forward” immediately, with a fixed idea: to maintain the lead in order to “play all our matches here.” He also provided a tactical observation: some “small details” have proven costly, particularly a block that sometimes retreated and an organization that needs correction. Between sporting ambition and logistical advantage, the stakes go beyond just a missed point: finishing first,…

After the match, Anass Salah-Eddine summarized a demanding evening against a solid and opportunistic Mali. Morocco had its moments but failed to ‘kill’ the game when it had the chance. The player emphasized the volume of Moroccan chances and the need to be more decisive: “when we have an opportunity, we must capitalize on it and close out the match,” while reminding everyone of the goal to stay at the top of the group. Most importantly, he made a direct appeal to supporters to maintain unity around the team: “stay with us… we will work hard and fight for you.”…

The draw against Mali left a mixed impression: Morocco controlled long stretches of the game but conceded an equalizer from a penalty and failed to make a difference in play. Regragui’s men remain leaders of Group A. Yassine Bounou pointed out the lack of a “final touch” in the analysis of the match, while calling for an immediate focus on the last group stage match. The goalkeeper also emphasized the duty to respond to the public: the players “feel responsible” and must be “at a high level.” Morocco thus has a simple roadmap: regain efficiency, secure qualification, and turn dominance…

Held to a draw by Mali (1-1) on Friday, December 26, in Rabat, Morocco still saw one of its midfielders rewarded: Naël El Aynaoui was named “TotalEnergies CAF Man of the Match” by the African Football Confederation. This choice highlights the importance of his work in midfield during a match marked by two penalties and a tense scenario until the end. In a match where the Atlas Lions sought to impose their tempo, El Aynaoui made an impact with his reading of second balls, his ability to position himself between the lines, and to secure the build-up, especially when the…

Morocco did not lose, but the story of the evening goes beyond the score: held to a draw by Mali (1-1), the host nation saw its record streak of 19 consecutive victories come to an end. A statistical halt, but above all a brutal reminder: even as favorites and playing at home, Morocco cannot afford to lower its guard in managing the details. The match exposed a harsh reality often seen in tournaments: territorial dominance does not protect against turning-point scenarios. Morocco opened the scoring just before halftime with a penalty, only to concede an equalizer from another penalty after…

Mali put up a resilient performance in Rabat, equalizing from a penalty and holding on until the end despite Morocco’s pressure and significant added time. In a tightly contested Group A, this point holds evident strategic value for the Eagles. After the match, Tom Saintfiet mainly focused on the contentious situations. According to comments reported by the press, the Malian coach stated: “If the referee had awarded the second penalty, we would have won this match,” before adding that he remained “proud” of his team. On the field, Mali relied on a disciplined block, maximum efficiency (one shot on target,…

Held to a draw by a resilient Mali (1-1), Morocco had to settle for a point that leaves their qualification hanging in the balance. Two penalties, two goals, and a scenario that reminds us that the group stage offers no “easy matches,” even at home. In the post-match press conference, Hoalid Regragui emphasized the performance more than the result. According to reports from the press, the coach stated that his team had “controlled the match” and that they “deserved the victory,” while acknowledging the frustration of conceding a draw. The coach also sought to turn this setback into a useful…

Morocco let slip a victory that was within reach against Mali (1-1) on Friday, December 26, in Rabat, during the second day of Group A of CAN 2025. The Atlas Lions had taken the lead with a penalty from Brahim Diaz, only to be equalized, also from the penalty spot, by Lassine Sinayoko. In the mixed zone, Azzedine Ounahi did not look for excuses regarding the performance in the second half. The Moroccan midfielder summed up the turning point of the match in one sentence: “In the second half, we stopped playing.” This observation reflects both the management of the…