AFCON 2025 - Preview: Zambia vs Comoros
The second day of the group phase of AFCON 2025 begins this Friday. In group A, Zambia and Comoros will face each other at the Mohammed-V stadium in Casablanca at 17:30 GMT. It is already a decisive match for both teams.
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The results obtained by both teams on the first day require them to do better. Comoros were beaten (2-0) in the opening match by Morocco. As for Zambia, they won (1-1) against Mali. A promising game that could see one team take a step back home from the competition
Zambia to gain steam against Comoros?
Considered as the little Poucet of Pool A, Zambia surprised from the start by going for the draw (1-1) against Mali. A draw that will certainly boost Patson Daka and its partners in order to stay on this good momentum. The objective will be to take a big step towards qualification before challenging Morocco, the host country, on the 3rd and final day.
The match between Zambia and Comoros will be very tactical. The coach who will be the most inspired will certainly achieve a better result. This is what the boss of the technical support of the Chipolopolo, Moses Sichone, said in a press conference.
"The second match is crucial, but I don’t want to put unnecessary pressure on the players."
“Comoros won’t be an easy opponent. It’s a good team, with fast players who know how to position themselves well on the field. We are expecting an intense match and we are ready for it. It will be a very tactical meeting and we will have to stay disciplined. The draw against Mali was important for us, especially for a first match. We have analyzed it and we will work to correct our mistakes. The second match is crucial, but I don’t want to put unnecessary pressure on the players. They know what’s at stake and are determined to fight for the three points,”
he said.
The Comoros bouncing back
The challenge is clear for the Comoros. They will have to bounce back after losing (2-0) against Morocco. The Cœlacanthes also have the arguments to go get the Zambian team. The Comorian selection showed very interesting game sequences. They put Brahim Diaz and his partners on the spot during the first 45 minutes. With more produced play, she can surprise Zambia. They have assets like Youssouf M'Changama, Faiz Selemani, Rafiki Said...
" Zambia is a strong team, but we are determined to succeed."
In front of the media, Stefano Cusin, the coach of Comoros, set the tone for this meeting. He only aims for the 3 points.
« This match against Zambia is extremely important. We are going to face a team that has high-quality forwards. We prepared well and our approach will be adapted to their style of play. This meeting matters a lot to us and we will do everything to win it. Zambia is a strong team, but we are determined to succeed,"
he said.
The psychological advantage is for Zambia. The two caps have faced off 7 times in their history. The Chipolopolo won 4 matches, the Comoros, 2 matches and a draw.