"Tournament hosts Morocco can take a giant step towards qualification for the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations this evening with a win over Mali. Walid Regragui's side saw off Comoros 2-0 in their opener and while it was not a vintage performance from the 2022 World Cup semi-finalists, it was enough to get their campaign off on a winning note."
"Coach Tom Saintfiet said: "The pressure is mainly on Morocco. They are seen as major favourites, they are playing at home and they have a very strong team, with experience and quality in every position. We are coming without any inferiority complex. We want to try to create a surprise on Friday. All 28 players are available, ready to fight together.""
Morocco can advance toward the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stages with a home victory over Mali in Rabat. Morocco beat Comoros 2-0 in their opening match despite a less-than-fluent performance. The first AFCON match is historically complicated, while the second match is different, and the teams know each other well. Mali drew 1-1 with Zambia after conceding a late equaliser and will play without an inferiority complex. All 28 Mali players are available. Romain Saïss is sidelined with a minor injury and Achraf Hakimi remains on the bench during ankle rehabilitation. Starting line-ups and broadcast details are provided.
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