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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 78759, member: 636"] The host nation, Morocco, faces immense pressure to win AFCON. Their world-class squad and home advantage make them favorites. Coach Walid Regragui has openly stated that the goal is victory. The team has only one historical tournament win from decades ago. They open against Comoros at the refurbished stadium in Rabat. This event features nine venues across six cities, a first for the tournament. Strong contenders like Senegal, the Ivory Coast, and Egypt also seek the title. Mohamed Salah aims for his first major international trophy with Egypt. Morocco's recent form includes a World Cup semi-final run. A fanatical home crowd could prove either inspiring or burdensome. The nation's heavy investment in facilities adds to the expectation. Their path begins with group stage matches in the capital. [/QUOTE]