Morocco defeats Niger 5-1 in AFCON 2027 qualifier
Morocco secured a 5-1 win over Niger in the third group‑stage match of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers, boosting their position in the group.
Key points
- Morocco opened the scoring with Yassir Zabiri’s header from Brahim Díaz in the fourth minute.
- Achraf Hakimi scored in the 27th minute and later assisted a goal.
- Zabiri added a second goal in first‑half injury time, extending the lead before Niger’s late goal.
Morocco beat Niger 5-1 in the third group‑stage match of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers on Friday, 13 November 2026, at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca.
Morocco opened the scoring in the fourth minute when Yassir Zabiri headed in a cross from Brahim Díaz to make it 1‑0.
Achraf Hakimi added a goal in the 27th minute and later provided an assist, completing the lead for Morocco.
After Niger reduced the score to 1‑2 in the 41st minute, Zabiri scored his second goal in first‑half injury time (45+3’) to continue the advantage. Later in the
Your questions, answered
How did Morocco start the game against Niger?
Yassir Zabiri headed in a cross from Brahim Díaz in the fourth minute to give Morocco a 1-0 lead.
Who scored for Morocco after the first goal?
Achraf Hakimi scored in the 27th minute and later provided an assist.
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