Morocco's WAFCON Dominance
Morocco's women's team dominates Kenya 4-0 in WAFCON opener, takes early control of Group A
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Key Points
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Kautar Azraf started for Morocco in the opener, a surprise selection highlighted by the match report.
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Morocco dominated the game in statistics, holding 65.9% of possession and registering 17 goal attempts (10 on target) compared with Kenya's two attempts.
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Jorge Vilda is the head coach of the Moroccan women’s team, overseeing the side in their AFCON campaign.
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Kenya goalkeeper Lilian Awuor made six saves to prevent an even heavier defeat.
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Morocco’s next group fixture is against Algeria on July 30, followed by Senegal on August 3, with both matches at Moulay Hassan Stadium.
Morocco crushed Kenya 4-0 in the opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations on home soil, seizing first place in Group A from the first whistle. The Atlas Lionesses were ruthless in front of goal, scoring three times in just 13 minutes to kill the game early, according to beIN Sports.
Sakina Ouzraoui opened the scoring in the 20th minute, with Maryame Atiq and Ibtissam Jraïdi — who grabbed a brace — completing the rout, Hespress reported. Kenya goalkeeper Lilian Awuor made six saves and kept the score from being even worse.
Morocco's Statistics Made the Scoreline Look Inevitable
Morocco did not just win — they dominated every number on the board. The hosts held 65.9% of possession and fired 17 attempts at goal, with 10 of those on target, according to Flashscore. Kenya managed just two attempts the entire match.
Coach Jorge Vilda's side moved the ball with purpose and attacked in waves. Surprise starter Kautar Azraf was flagged as a notable selection by beIN Sports, adding an unexpected dimension to Morocco's lineup. Kenya rarely had the ball long enough to build any real pressure.
Kenya's Keeper Stood Tall But Could Not Stop the Flood
Lilian Awuor was Kenya's best player by far. The goalkeeper made six saves and kept her side in the game longer than the score suggests, Africa Top Sports noted. Without her, Morocco's tally could have climbed well past four.
Kenya had an early scare that briefly threatened Morocco's rhythm, but the hosts quickly settled and broke through. After that, Kenya struggled to create anything meaningful going forward. Their two total attempts told the story of a side outclassed in every phase of the game.
Morocco Eyes a Title After Back-to-Back Runner-Up Finishes
Morocco is playing on home soil and carries heavy expectations. The Atlas Lionesses have finished second in the last two editions of the tournament. A dominant opening win puts them right on track for the title run their fans are demanding, Foot Africa reported.
Morocco's next two group games are both at Moulay Hassan Stadium. They face Algeria on July 30 and Senegal on August 3. Wins in those matches would likely secure their spot in the next round with room to spare.
Kenya Needs Wins Fast to Stay in the Tournament
Kenya's path forward is now steep. A 4-0 loss in the opening game leaves them chasing other results in Group A. Algeria and Senegal are their remaining opponents, and Kenya will need points from both matches to have any realistic shot at advancing.
The gap in quality was clear against Morocco. Kenya must sharpen their attack and find a way to hold the ball. If they cannot, their tournament could end in the group stage with little to show, Hespress noted.
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