The Moroccan U17 team continues its remarkable journey at the Qatari World Cup. The Atlas Lions have secured their place in the quarterfinals by defeating Mali 3-2 on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, after a fast-paced and emotionally charged match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From the first half, the Lions show their intent to impose their rhythm. In the 29th minute, their dominance pays off: Ziad Baha opens the scoring with a superb header, connecting with a perfectly executed cross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the first half seemed to be heading towards a narrow advantage, everything changes in stoppage time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At 45+5\u2019, Mali equalizes from the penalty spot thanks to Ndjicoura Bomba, who deceives Chouaib Bellaarouch, bringing both teams level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But the Moroccan response is immediate: at 45+12\u2019, Isma\u00efl El Aoud restores the lead for the Lions\u2026 also with a header, taking advantage of a well-executed free kick to beat Malian goalkeeper Lamine Sinaba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Morocco thus heads into the locker room with a valuable advantage: 2-1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Moroccan momentum continues after the break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the 52nd minute, El Aoud completes a brace by finishing a beautiful team play with a magnificent strike, allowing Morocco to extend their lead to 3-1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although Mali reduces the gap to 3-2 towards the end of the match, the Lions’ victory was never truly in jeopardy as Mali faced a very solid Moroccan defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More intense, more creative, and better organized, the Lions dominated this round of 16 match and confirmed their rise in this tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will now face Brazil in the quarterfinals for a prestigious matchup that promises to be thrilling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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