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2025 AFCON Nigeria vs Morocco Semifinal: Perfection vs Home Glory

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Nigeria takes on hosts Morocco in a high-stakes 2025 AFCON semifinal. Read our full preview on team news, key player battles, and historical stats for Jan 14, 2026.

The Super Eagles’ hunt for redemption meets the Atlas Lions’ quest for home immortality. On Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Nigeria and Morocco face off in what's being dubbed the 'clash of titans' at the 2025 AFCON Nigeria vs Morocco semifinal.

Inside the 2025 AFCON Nigeria vs Morocco Semifinal

Nigeria enters this showdown as the only team with a perfect 5-0 record in the tournament. They’ve been lightning-fast on the attack, racking up a tournament-high 14 goals. Meanwhile, Morocco is back in the AFCON semifinals for the first time in 22 years. Coach Walid Regragui’s men carry the hopes of a nation, aiming to end a 50-year continental title drought on home soil.

The Golden Boot Race: Lookman vs Diaz

The individual battles are just as enticing. Brahim Diaz has been the breakout star, scoring in all 5 appearances to lead the charts with 5 goals. Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman isn't far behind in terms of impact, boasting 7 goal involvements. And then there’s Victor Osimhen, who is just 2 goals away from becoming Nigeria's all-time leading scorer.

Morocco thrashed Nigeria 4-0 in the CHAN final.
Last AFCON meeting between the two; Morocco won 1-0.
The two giants clash for a spot in the AFCON final.

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