Morocco
Football Africa Cup of Nations Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium Sun 4 Jan 11:00
Tanzania
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  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Squads
  7. Table

Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Morocco vs Tanzania

Group A winners and host nation Morocco square off against Tanzania, who finished third in Group C, in this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 clash at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Sunday 4 January.

Bet on Atlas Lions For a Convincing Victory

Backing Morocco -2 on the Asian Handicap at -128 means we need the Atlas Lions to beat Tanzania by three goals or more to win this bet. We can get our money back if there’s a winning margin of two.

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2-0 Triumph for Morocco in Last H2H

Morocco come into this last-16 game on the back of a 3–0 victory over Zambia at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Walid Regragui's team had most of the ball enjoying 57% possession and nine shots on target, with Ayoub El Kaabi bagging two goals and Brahim Diaz scoring the other.

Tanzania played Tunisia in their previous match. It was a 1-1 draw at Prince Moulay Abdellah Olympic Annex Stadium. The Taifa Stars enjoyed just 36% possession and had two shots on goal, with Feisal Salum finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was a 2-0 Africa World Cup Qualification home victory for Morocco when they last faced Tanzania. For the past 3 matches involving these teams, Morocco have won every time.

Africa Cup of Nations G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 Morocco logo Morocco 3 2 1 0 6 1 5 6:1 7
3 Tanzania logo Tanzania 3 0 2 1 3 4 -1 3:4 2
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Morocco – Last 3 Competitive Games

Morocco have 2 wins and 1 draw, averaging 2.0 goals from 6.7 shots on goal and 17.0 attempts. The Atlas Lions have averaged 62.7% possession, 527.3 passes and 5.3 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 0.3 goals from 1.0 shots on goal, 4.7 attempts and 0.3 corners.

Ayoub El Kaabi and Brahim Diaz have bagged 3 goals apiece. Leading assistor is Azzedine Ounahi with 2.

Tanzania – Last 3 Competitive Games

Tanzania have 1 defeat and 2 draws, with an average of 9.0 attempts, 2.0 shots on goal and 1.0 goals. Miguel Gamondi's men average 40.7% possession, 328.0 passes, 3.7 corners awarded and 5.0 corners against them, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 6.3 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts.

The top scorers have been Feisal Salum, Simon Msuva and Charles M'Mombwa, with 1 goals apiece. Novatus Miroshi has been the top assist maker with 2 in the last 3 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Morocco confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Yassine Bounou (GK), Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd, Adam Masina, Noussair Mazraoui, Bilal El Khannouss, Neil El Aynaoui, Ismael Saibari, Brahim Diaz, Ayoub El Kaabi, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli.

Tanzania confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Hussein Masaranga (GK), Dickson Job, Bakari Mwamnyeto, Ibrahim Hamad, Haji Mnoga, Alphonce Msanga, Novatus Miroshi, Mohamed Husseini, Feisal Salum, Selemani Mwalimu, Simon Msuva.

Morocco vs Tanzania Prediction & Betting Tips

This Morocco vs Tanzania betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.

Match Prediction

Morocco could enjoy a big winning margin in this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 showdown and that’s why we’re backing the favourites with a -2 Asian Handicap. Odds of -128 are available and we think this is a value.

The first port of call is to check out the injury and suspension news for each side and then scroll through the form guide. We take this information and apply it to the latest available stats to come up with a verdict.

Key Morocco vs Tanzania stats:

  • The +2 line hasn’t been covered by Tanzania in any of their last 3 games against Morocco.
Morocco -2 Probability

The best betting sites make it a 56.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Morocco Morocco logo 3 - 0 Tanzania logo Tanzania

Our correct score prediction is a 3-0 win for the Atlas Lions which is available at odds of +420. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Azzedine Ounahi Over 0.5 Shots On Target -123 BetMGM logo

Azzedine Ounahi (Morocco) can be wagered at -123 to register a minimum of one shot on goal. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.

Latest Azzedine Ounahi Player Prop Odds

Ayoub El Kaabi to Score +125 BetMGM logo

Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco) has registered four goals in his past six games. Based on the stats, we are happy to back the +125 when it comes to him finding the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Ayoub El Kaabi Player Prop Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Morocco -2 -128
Total Goals Over 2.5 -175
Anytime Goalscorer Ayoub El Kaabi +120

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Morocco vs Tanzania Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Bookies Make Morocco Huge Favourites

The bookies are taking no chances with their betting odds of -769 about Morocco which reflects they have a 88% chance of winning this Africa Cup of Nations last-16 encounter. The +2200 means that Tanzania are seen as having by far the lowest probability of succeeding.

As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Morocco at -192, Tanzania at +1200 or the draw at +190.

There’s a high probability that Over 2.5 Goals will be netted according to the current prices. A different angle is going for a BTTS wager and there’s -250 available for Both Teams to Score No.

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Ayoub El Kaabi Favourite to Score the First Goal

Those interested in favourite Ayoub El Kaabi to find the net first can get +350, while the Anytime Goalscorer angle could hold more appeal and this is +130.

Player Goals
Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco)
First
+130
Anytime
+350
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Soufiane Rahimi (Morocco)
First
+140
Anytime
+380
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Brahim Díaz (Morocco)
First
+155
Anytime
+400
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Hamza Igamane (Morocco)
First
+160
Anytime
+410
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Player Shots On Target
Soufiane Rahimi (Morocco)
Over 0.5
-250
Under 0.5
+135
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Hamza Igamane (Morocco)
Over 0.5
-217
Under 0.5
+120
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Brahim Díaz (Morocco)
Over 0.5
-213
Under 0.5
+117
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Ismael Saibari (Morocco)
Over 0.5
-159
Under 0.5
-105
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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Morocco logo Morocco Stats
Tanzania logo Tanzania Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
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Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession

Morocco vs Tanzania Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the Morocco vs Tanzania team news before betting. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed Africa Cup of Nations lineups and the latest injury reports.

Morocco Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Tanzania Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Morocco Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

1 Yassine Bounou
2 Achraf Hakimi 5 Nayef Aguerd 25 Adam Masina 3 Noussair Mazraoui
23 Bilal El Khannouss 24 Neil El Aynaoui 11 Ismael Saibari
10 Brahim Diaz 20 Ayoub El Kaabi 17 A. Ezzalzouli
1 Hussein Masaranga
5 Dickson Job 14 Bakari Mwamnyeto 4 Ibrahim Hamad 25 Haji Mnoga
27 Alphonce Msanga 20 Novatus Miroshi 15 Mohamed Husseini 6 Feisal Salum
9 Selemani Mwalimu 12 Simon Msuva

Tanzania Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Morocco Substitutes

  • 4Sofyan Amrabat
  • 7Hamza Igamane
  • 9Soufiane Rahimi
  • 12Munir
  • 13Eliesse Ben Seghir
  • 14Oussama Targhalline
  • 15Mohamed Chibi
  • 16Ilias Akhomach
  • 18Jawad El Yamiq
  • 19Youssef En-Nesyri
  • 21Chemsdine Talbi
  • 22El Mehdi Al Harrar
  • 26Anass Salah-Eddine
  • 27A. Ait Boudlal
  • 28Youssef Belammari

Tanzania Substitutes

  • 2Pascal Msindo
  • 3Nickson Kibabage
  • 7Iddy Nado
  • 8Charles M'Mombwa
  • 10Mbwana Samatta
  • 11Denis Kibu
  • 16Wilson Nangu
  • 17Khalid Habibu
  • 19Lusajo Mwaikenda
  • 21Kelvin John
  • 22Shomari Kapombe
  • 23Yusuph Kagoma
  • 24Kelvin Nashon
  • 26Tarryn Allarakhia
  • 28Zuberi Foba

Previous Morocco Lineups

29 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Zambia 0-3 Morocco
26 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Morocco 1-1 Mali
21 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Morocco 2-0 Comoros
18 Nov Friendlies
Morocco 4-0 Uganda
14 Nov Friendlies
Morocco 1-0 Mozambique
14 Oct Africa World Cup Qualification
Morocco 1-0 Congo

Previous Tanzania Lineups

30 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Tanzania 1-1 Tunisia
27 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Uganda 1-1 Tanzania
23 Dec Africa Cup of Nations
Nigeria 2-1 Tanzania
15 Nov Friendlies
Kuwait 4-3 Tanzania
14 Oct Friendlies
Iran 2-0 Tanzania
08 Oct Africa World Cup Qualification
Tanzania 0-1 Zambia
Team Squads

Morocco Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Walid Regragui

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal - - - - - - - - - -
Karim El Berkaoui - - - - - - - - - -
Youssef Belammari - - - - - - - - - -
Yassine Bounou - - - - - - - - - -
Walid Azarou - - - - - - - - - -

Tanzania Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Miguel Gamondi

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Abdul Suleiman - - - - - - - - - -
Said Khamis - - - - - - - - - -
Mudathir Yahya - - - - - - - - - -
Mukrim Issa - - - - - - - - - -
Nassor Hamoud - - - - - - - - - -
CAF FlagAfrica Cup of Nations Table
Africa Cup of Nations Group A
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Morocco 3 2 1 0 6:1 7
2 Mali 3 0 3 0 2:2 3
3 Comoros 3 0 2 1 0:2 2
4 Zambia 3 0 2 1 1:4 2
Africa Cup of Nations Group B
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Egypt 3 2 1 0 3:1 7
2 South Africa 3 2 0 1 5:4 6
3 Angola 3 0 2 1 2:3 2
4 Zimbabwe 3 0 1 2 4:6 1
Africa Cup of Nations Group C
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Nigeria 3 3 0 0 8:4 9
2 Tunisia 3 1 1 1 6:5 4
3 Tanzania 3 0 2 1 3:4 2
4 Uganda 3 0 1 2 3:7 1
Africa Cup of Nations Group D
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Senegal 3 2 1 0 7:1 7
2 DR Congo 3 2 1 0 5:1 7
3 Benin 3 1 0 2 1:4 3
4 Botswana 3 0 0 3 0:7 0
Africa Cup of Nations Group E
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Algeria 3 3 0 0 7:1 9
2 Burkina Faso 3 2 0 1 4:2 6
3 Sudan 3 1 0 2 1:5 3
4 Equatorial Guinea 3 0 0 3 2:6 0
Africa Cup of Nations Group F
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Ivory Coast 3 2 1 0 5:3 7
2 Cameroon 3 2 1 0 4:2 7
3 Mozambique 3 1 0 2 4:5 3
4 Gabon 3 0 0 3 4:7 0