Morocco vs Gabon Predictions: Morocco to Take Control in the First Half and Win Comfortably
Preview
Morocco and Gabon will face off in a crucial Group C match at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, January 17. Morocco is the clear favorite to win the match, but Gabon has a few dangerous players who could cause an upset.
Morocco is ranked 22nd in the FIFA World Rankings, while Gabon is ranked 88th. Morocco has a much more experienced squad, with several players who play in Europe's top leagues. Gabon's squad is less experienced, but they have a few players who play in France's Ligue 1.
The match will be played at the Stade Ahmadou Ahidjo in Yaounde, Cameroon. The match will start at 7pm local time.
Team News
Morocco has a fully fit squad to choose from. Gabon has a few injury concerns, with Mario Lemina and Denis Bouanga both doubtful for the match.
Predicted Lineups
Morocco: Bounou; Hakimi, Saiss, Aguerd, Mazraoui; Amrabat, Harit, Ounahi; Ziyech, En-Nesyri, Boufal
Gabon: Amonome; Obiang, Palun, Oyono; Moussounda, Mendy, Boupendza, Kanga; Allevinah, Aubameyang, Lemina
Prediction
Morocco is the clear favorite to win the match. They have a more experienced squad and are playing in front of their home crowd. Gabon has a few dangerous players who could cause an upset, but Morocco is the more likely team to win.
Predicted score: Morocco 2-0 Gabon
Conclusion
Morocco vs Gabon is a crucial Group C match at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco is the clear favorite to win the match, but Gabon has a few dangerous players who could cause an upset. Morocco is the more likely team to win, but Gabon could surprise.
The match will be played at the Stade Ahmadou Ahidjo in Yaounde, Cameroon. The match will start at 7pm local time.