The Moroccan Under-17 team achieved a remarkable feat at the North African Championship, which serves as a qualifier for the Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco clinched the title with a perfect record after defeating Libya 3-1 in the final match on Sunday at the Martyrs of Benina Stadium in Benghazi, Libya. Morocco ended the first half leading 2-1, with Adam Bougazir opening the scoring for the Atlas Lions in the second minute, before Libya equalised through Mohamed Jaroud in the tenth minute. The Moroccan team added a third goal in the 55th minute, scored by Adnan Boujovi. The Moroccan team managed to achieve a perfect record in this tournament, having won all four matches: 2-0 against Tunisia, 3-0 against Algeria, 2-1 against Egypt, and finally against Libya.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 05, 2026 18:02 UTC