"The Morocco national football team defeated Comoros 2-0 at Rabat's Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Sunday, delivering a smooth start to a much-anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign on home ground. Footage shows fans of the hosts arriving at the stadium, carrying flags and team jerseys and cheering for their team. Police are present to ensure the safety and security of all around the match venue. "There will be very much pressure on them, but this will be for their favour, and we the fans are willing to [...] put the pressure on the other team," said a supporter. "Our team is willing to win, not only this game but also the tournament, and nothing less than winning the championship," he added. The hosts struggled early but struck through Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi to secure a 2-0 win. Despite the result, the team remains determined to keep pushing for the AFCON trophy. "We are happy that we could give the Prince a win. And our fans that were here six hours before the game already. So, yeah, three points are very important for us," remarked midfielder Sofyan Amrabat in a post-match press stakeout. "It was now or never, and we know that too [...] Whether you're the Prince or His Majesty - look, they are passionate about football; they did this for us. So we want to return the favour and bring the cup back to the palace for them, God willing," added defender Romain Saiss, who was replaced in the first half due to an injury. The Atlas Lions lead Group A after the first victory and will face Mali and Zambia on December 26 and 29 to wrap up the group stage. The 35th edition of AFCON officially kicked off in Morocco, bringing together 24 national teams in the month‑long competition running from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. This marks Morocco's first time hosting the competition since 1988. "