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Morocco Legend Timoumi weighs in: Tanzania clash could be a wake-up call in AFCON

2 January 2026

Morocco Legend Timoumi weighs in: Tanzania clash could be a wake-up call in AFCON
Timoumi weighs in on Morocco's AFCON showdown with Tanzania.

Timoumi on the Tanzania clash

Mohammed Timoumi, Morocco's former star, says the Tanzania fixture in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout round won't be easy for the Atlas Lions.

In an exclusive interview with Le Matin Sport, Timoumi warned that knockout games are always high‑risk.

He urged Morocco to respect Tanzania, despite the historical edge favoring the North Africans.

He added, 'I believe my national team can overcome Tanzania, a side that will play with energy and determination to upset the Lions'.

Timoumi noted that Morocco looked good in their 3‑0 win over Zambia, and he urged fans to keep backing the team to help realize the Lions' dream.

Two quick notes from Timoumi: the stakes are high, and the ball doesn’t care about history—only where it lands. The Lions will need focus, plus a dash of that home‑grown mint tea confidence to seal the result.

Punchline 1: If Morocco’s chances were coins, they’d fill a vending machine—and still give change.
Punchline 2: Tanzania brings the chaos; Morocco brings the math—two numbers that still add up to a win for the home side.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Timoumi and what did he say about the Tanzania match?

Mohammed Timoumi is Morocco’s former star who said the Tanzania knockout game won’t be easy and that Morocco must respect their opponents.

What is the upcoming fixture and what did Timoumi emphasize?

The match is Morocco vs Tanzania in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage; Timoumi emphasized caution, risk in knockout games, and respect for Tanzania.

How did Morocco perform recently according to the article?

Timoumi noted Morocco’s 3-0 win over Zambia and urged fans to continue supporting to help achieve the team’s dream.