Morocco vs Zambia Preview, Prediction, H2H & Lineups – CHAN 2025

On Aug 13, 2025

Date: August 14, 2025
Venue: Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi
Competition: African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025

Morocco and Zambia go head-to-head in a key Group Stage match at the CHAN 2025. The Atlas Lions are chasing a knockout spot after one win and one loss, while Zambia are still looking for their first points after two straight defeats. It’s a must-win for the Copper Bullets, and Morocco will want to bounce back after a surprise loss last time out.

Match Preview

Morocco started the tournament strongly with a 2-0 win over Angola, showing solid defending and sharp finishing. But things took a turn when they lost 1-0 to hosts Kenya — their first CHAN defeat since 2016. That result put pressure on the team, especially as they failed to score for the first time in five matches.

The Atlas Lions now need a win to stay in the hunt for a quarterfinal spot. They have the edge in experience and history, especially against Zambia, which could make a big difference in this crunch clash.

Zambia, meanwhile, have had a tough tournament so far. They lost 2-0 to DR Congo and then threw away a lead against Angola, losing 2-1 after conceding two late goals. Defensive mistakes and poor game management have cost them dearly.

Still, the Copper Bullets have shown some attacking promise, but their defense needs serious improvement. They’ll need to play their best game yet to stop Morocco and keep their tournament hopes alive.

Probable Lineups

Morocco:
Al Harrar – Moufid, Arrassi, Louadni, Belammari – El Mahraoui, Bash, Khrimat – Riahi, Ouahran Ait – Mulua

Zambia:
Mwanza – Chepeshi, Kanguluma, Chongo, Chishimba – Kampamba, Kapumbu, Bwalya – Kampamba, Phiri – Chisala

Head-to-Head Record

Morocco have won 12 out of 20 meetings against Zambia.
In their only CHAN meeting (2020), Morocco won 3-1.
Zambia have just 1 win in 8 matches vs Morocco in the 21st century.

Prediction

Morocco are the stronger side on paper, with a better record and more experience at this level. Zambia have struggled defensively and will need a big performance to stay in the tournament. Expect the Atlas Lions to get the job done and move closer to the knockout stages.

Prediction: Morocco to win