AFCON 2025. Morocco vs the Comoros: prediction and betting tips

Morocco kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations journey with a commanding sense of expectation as they face Comoros in their opening group fixture. Anything short of a convincing start would be viewed as a surprise for the Atlas Lions, whose ambitions stretch far beyond the group phase.

The contest is set for Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah in Rabat, where home support and superior pedigree firmly tilt the balance in Morocco’s favour. Armed with depth across every department, the North African giants come up against a Comoros side determined to defy the odds and announce themselves on the continental stage.

Scheduled for 21st December, the encounter presents Morocco with an immediate opportunity to lay down a marker, while the Comoros will aim to frustrate, resist, and strike on the break.

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Form

With the group stage only just underway, the table remains blank and unforgiving. All teams begin level, leaving no margin for complacency.

For Morocco, this is a chance to assert early control of the group; for the Comoros, it is an opening to chase belief and momentum against elite opposition.

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This fixture marks the fifth meeting between the two nations, with Morocco holding a clear historical edge after winning three of the previous four encounters.

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Prediction and betting tips

Morocco arrive as emphatic favourites, a reality underlined by both the odds and the stark contrast in squad quality and tournament experience. The Atlas Lions possess the tools to control the tempo, dominate possession, and limit Comoros to fleeting moments of resistance.

Our standout pick centres on Morocco securing victory without conceding. We tip a Home Win (1) with odds of 1.14 on 1xbet. We also tip Over 2.5 with odds of 1.70 on 1xbet.

• Home Win (1) – 1.14 (1xbet)
• Over 2.5 – 1.70 (1xbet).

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Potential match-winners

Morocco’s attacking options are both varied and ruthless. Ayoub El Kaabi, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Brahim Díaz all offer different threats in the final third, capable of unlocking defences through movement, aerial strength, or technical brilliance.

From the back, Achraf Hakimi and Romain Saïss provide leadership, solidity, and an added edge on set pieces.

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For the Comoros, much will depend on Rafiki Said’s ability to inspire on the counter, while the pace of Faïz Selemani could represent their most credible route to unsettling the Moroccan back line if opportunities arise at all.