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2027 Africa Cup qualifiers: Morocco to face Lesotho

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Morocco's men's team have arrived in South Africa to prepare for their second 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Lesotho. The Atlas Lions won their first match 2-0 against Gabon and will continue their preparations on Sunday and Monday, according to the source article.

2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers: Morocco are due to face Lesotho in Group A's second matchday in South Africa. The Moroccan team joined its training camp after a 2-0 victory over Gabon on the first matchday, according to information provided by the Moroccan team.

The Moroccan players are due to resume training on Sunday and Monday. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi is expected to have Ismaïl Saibari back and, less certainly, Brahim Diaz, while captain Achraf Hakimi will remain suspended. Morocco are aiming for another victory to consolidate their lead with six points and move closer to qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, to be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. The campaign began with a victory over Gabon.

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