Morocco continues to make its mark on African football history with a memorable victory at CHAN 2025. Facing Madagascar in the final, the Atlas Lions triumphed 3-2 in a thrilling encounter at the Moi International Sports Center in Nairobi.
Stunned in the 9th minute by a goal from Félicité Mantasoa, Morocco swiftly replied with goals from Youssef Mehri and Oussama Lamlaoui, regaining the lead before halftime. Determined to make an upset, Madagascar equalized in the 68th minute, but Lamlaoui’s spectacular lob, marking his sixth goal of the tournament, sealed Morocco’s victory.
With this third trophy (after 2018 and 2020), Morocco becomes the first nation to win the CHAN three times, confirming the supremacy of its local football on the African stage. The win is a testament to team cohesion, unwavering commitment, and outstanding tactical management throughout the competition.
Moroccan fans have every reason to be proud: their team has written a new chapter in sporting history, propelled by emerging local talent and collective ambition that inspires all of Africa.