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Morocco Hosts Comoros in AFCON 2025 Opener Amidst Criticism of Tournament Timing
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AFCON 2025 kicks off with Morocco hosting Comoros in Rabat, with the match scheduled for 7pm UK time (8pm local) on Sunday, 21 December 2025.
Morocco, who have won the Africa Cup of Nations once nearly 50 years ago, open their campaign against Comoros, who are appearing in their second AFCON qualification.
A significant Premier League presence is expected in Morocco throughout the tournament.
However, AFCON 2025 has faced criticism for having a short lead time before the event and for a decision to switch to a four-year cycle starting after 2027 and 2028.
The tournament is scheduled to conclude on 18 January 2026.
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