Morocco secured a 2-0 victory over 10-man Angola on Day 2 of the CHAN 2024 tournament, while Madagascar and Mauritania settled for a goalless draw in a tense evening clash.
The Atlas Lions broke the deadlock in the 29th minute through Imad Riahi, who calmly finished a well-timed through ball to hand Morocco an early advantage. The forward’s clinical strike stood as the turning point in a tightly contested match.
Angola’s attempt to rally back suffered a major setback in the second half when Ugandan referee Shamira Nabadda showed a straight red card for a reckless challenge. Her firm decision emphasized control and composure in front of a packed crowd.
With Angola reduced to ten players, Morocco managed the game with discipline and composure to claim their first three points in the tournament.
In the day’s second match, Madagascar and Mauritania fought to a 0-0 draw. Both teams created chances, but a mix of poor finishing and resolute defending ensured neither side found the net.
As group standings begin to take shape, Morocco now lead the pack, while Madagascar and Mauritania face mounting pressure to deliver in their upcoming matches.
