Sport|Africa Cup of NationsDiaz scores again as Morocco edge out Cameroon in AFCON 2025 quarterfinalReal Madrid’s Brahim Diaz continues 2025 AFCON scoring streak as Morocco edge out Cameroon in quarterfinals.

Sports Update: Africa Cup of Nations 2025

On Fri, Jan 10, 2025, Morocco secured a 2-0 victory against Cameroon in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations. This result advances the host nation to the semifinals, maintaining their pursuit of a continental title for the first time in five decades.

Morocco's Brahim Diaz continued his impressive scoring streak, netting a goal in his fifth consecutive match. Ismael Saibari also contributed to the scoreline, capitalizing on one of Morocco’s limited opportunities. Despite a strong defensive performance, Cameroon was unable to score, failing to challenge Morocco's goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, throughout the match.

Diaz scored in the 26th minute, redirecting a header from Ayoub El Kaabi following a corner by Achraf Hakimi. Saibari secured the second goal, finding space at the back post and converting calmly. Cameroon had a potential penalty appeal denied after Bryan Mbeumo appeared to be fouled in the box.

Morocco remains defensively strong, having conceded no goals in open play during the tournament. They will face the winner of Algeria vs. Nigeria in the semifinals, scheduled for Wed, Jan 15, 2025, in Rabat.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.