Lesotho vs. Morocco Prediction, Team News, Lineups
Preview
Lesotho and Morocco will face off in a crucial 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Saturday, March 25. Lesotho is currently bottom of Group K with one point from two games, while Morocco is top with six points from two games. A win for Morocco would see them take a big step towards qualifying for the tournament, while a win for Lesotho would keep their hopes alive.
Lesotho will be without the services of key defender Masoabi Nkhahle, who is suspended after being sent off in the team's 1-0 defeat to Zambia in their last qualifier. Morocco, meanwhile, will be at full strength for the game.
Lesotho Team News
Lesotho coach Thabo Senong has named a 23-man squad for the game, which includes four overseas-based players. The squad is captained by goalkeeper Moeketsi Sekhoere, who plays for Lioli FC in Lesotho.
Other key players in the squad include defender Nkau Lerotholi, who plays for Matlama FC in Lesotho, and midfielder Tumelo Khutlang, who plays for Baroka FC in South Africa.
Morocco Team News
Morocco coach Vahid Halilhodzic has also named a 23-man squad for the game, which includes several players who play for top European clubs.
The squad is captained by defender Romain Saiss, who plays for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. Other key players in the squad include midfielder Hakim Ziyech, who plays for Chelsea in the Premier League, and forward Youssef En-Nesyri, who plays for Sevilla in La Liga.
Prediction
Morocco is the clear favorite to win the game based on FIFA world rankings and current form. The Atlas Lions are ranked 24th in the world and have won their last two matches, while Lesotho is ranked 144th in the world and has lost their last two matches.
Lesotho will need to produce a major upset if they want to win the game. They will need to be disciplined in defense and take their chances when they come. Morocco, on the other hand, will be confident of victory and will be looking to put in a strong performance to all but seal their qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations.
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