Uganda suffered a comprehensive defeat against Morocco in Tangier, losing 4-0 as the Atlas Lions dominated proceedings at Stade Tangier. Herbert Achai's own goal gave the hosts an early advantage before Ismael Saibari, Sofiane Rahimi and Bilal El Khannous extended the margin. Coach Paul Put made six changes from the previous match against Chad, bringing in Denis Onyango, Allan Okello, Khalid Aucho, Steven Mukwala, Hilary Mukundane and Kenneth Ssemakula.
The absence of injured pair Aziz Kayondo and Rogers Mato left Achai exposed on the left flank against Brahim Diaz and Noussair Mazraoui. Morocco controlled 63 percent of possession and attempted 23 shots while Uganda managed only one effort on target through Okello. Onyango made at least six saves to prevent a heavier scoreline.
The Cranes will turn attention to the African Nations Cup, where they face Tunisia, Tanzania and Nigeria in Group C.
The absence of injured pair Aziz Kayondo and Rogers Mato left Achai exposed on the left flank against Brahim Diaz and Noussair Mazraoui. Morocco controlled 63 percent of possession and attempted 23 shots while Uganda managed only one effort on target through Okello. Onyango made at least six saves to prevent a heavier scoreline.
The Cranes will turn attention to the African Nations Cup, where they face Tunisia, Tanzania and Nigeria in Group C.
