Opta: Eagles braced for toughest test yet against Morocco
Semi-final showdown pits attack against defence
The Super Eagles are preparing for what Opta has described as their toughest challenge of the Africa Cup of Nations so far, as they come up against a Moroccan side that has been nothing short of formidable at the 2025 finals.
After five matches, the Atlas Lions have conceded only once, the fewest of any team in the tournament. They have faced just four shots on target, again the lowest tally, and have recorded four clean sheets, their highest ever at a single AFCON edition.
Morocco’s defensive steel is matched by their discipline, boasting a tournament-best tackle success rate of 70.4 percent.
These numbers underline the scale of the task awaiting Nigeria. Morocco’s consistency has made them the most difficult team to break down, and their record-setting run of clean sheets has reinforced their reputation as the continent’s most resilient side.
For the Eagles, who have soared past opponents with attacking flair, this semi-final clash promises to be a battle of willpower, precision, and patience.
With history on the line and a place in the final at stake, the encounter is shaping up to be a classic duel between Nigeria’s attacking firepower and Morocco’s defensive mastery.
