Morocco Clinches Final Spot with Nail-Biting Penalty Shootout Victory

Morocco beat Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout, following a goalless draw in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final. Key players included Yassine Bounou, who made vital saves, and Youssef En Nesyri, who scored the winning penalty. Morocco will face Senegal in the final.

Morocco emerged victorious in a gripping Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, defeating Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout. Host goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was instrumental, saving two crucial penalties.

The match, which ended in a 0-0 draw during regular and extra time, saw Nigeria's Stanley Nwabali also deliver some impressive saves, though Morocco had the upper hand in creating chances.

Youssef En Nesyri's decisive penalty secured Morocco's spot in the final, where they will meet Senegal. Meanwhile, Nigeria will compete against Egypt for third place.

(With inputs from agencies.)