Moroccan supporters expressed their joy on Saturday in Rabat following the national team’s triumph at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), after their 3–2 victory over Madagascar in the final held at the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani, Nairobi.
The crowd praised the outstanding performance of the Moroccan players, who added a third title to the country’s record in this competition, following their previous wins in 2018 and 2020.
In statements to MAP, several supporters highlighted the fighting spirit and high-level technical performance of the team, led by local coach Tarik Sektioui.
In this regard, Ibrahim, a 64-year-old retired civil servant, said that this third title confirms Morocco’s dominance on the African stage, noting that the country has gained a new generation of players capable of representing the national colors at the highest level.
Similarly, Mohamed, a 67-year-old retired teacher, emphasized the courage and fighting spirit of the Moroccan players, who gave their all throughout the tournament to win the African title. He added that the final was far from easy, as they faced a well-organized and resilient Malagasy team.
Along the same lines, Walid, a 22-year-old student, noted that the Moroccan team showed great mental strength in what was a highly offensive match.
He added that the final was marked by a brilliant goal from tournament top scorer Oussama Lamlioui (6 goals), which ultimately sealed the win for the Atlas Lions.
For his part, Nizar, a 16-year-old high school student, said that the victory of Mohamed Rabie Hrimat’s teammates — with Hrimat named the tournament’s best player — was a source of pride for all Moroccans. “The tournament was a golden opportunity for domestic league players to demonstrate their superiority.”
Morocco claimed its third CHAN trophy after a spectacular and eventful final against Madagascar. The CHAN 2024 tournament took place from August 2 to 30, across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
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