Morocco to Compete Against Ethiopia in U23 African Cup Qualifiers
The Moroccan U23 national football team is gearing up for an important challenge as they prepare to face their Ethiopian counterparts in the qualifying rounds for the African Cup of Nations. This exciting matchup is scheduled to take place on November 12 and 17, 2026. According to an official statement from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, the first leg of the tie will occur at the Diri Dawa Stadium in Ethiopia, starting at 4:00 PM local time, which corresponds to 1:00 PM Moroccan time. The match will be officiated by Madagascar's referee, Andriusoa Arno Zafimahatoha, with support from his compatriots Larinion Miladira and Hasinora Vitiavana Ravo.
The return leg is set for November 17, 2026, at the prestigious Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. This match is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 PM, with Nigerian referee Abubakar Abdallah overseeing the game, assisted by fellow Nigerians Ahmed Tijani Tijani Mustafa and Tijeri Bismart Dighbouri. Both matches are crucial as Morocco seeks to secure its place in the upcoming African Cup of Nations for the U23 category, showcasing the country's growing prowess in youth football.
As reported by hespress.com.
