Morocco national team AFCON history complete guide

Morocco national team AFCON history: A complete guide

The Moroccan national team has a rich history in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), with a total of 18 appearances in the tournament. The team has made significant progress over the years, with a best finish of runner-up in 2004 and 2019.

Early Years (1972-1984)

Morocco’s first appearance in the AFCON was in 1972, where they finished third. The team’s early years were marked by inconsistent performances, with a few notable victories against top African teams. In 1976, Morocco reached the semifinals, where they were defeated by the eventual champions, Ghana.

• 1972: Third place
• 1976: Semifinals
• 1978: Group stage
• 1980: Quarterfinals
• 1984: Group stage

Golden Years (1986-1998)

The 1986 AFCON marked a turning point in Morocco’s history, as the team reached the quarterfinals for the first time. In 1992, Morocco finished third, their best finish to date. The team’s golden years were marked by consistent performances, with a few notable victories against top African teams.

• 1986: Quarterfinals
• 1992: Third place
• 1994: Group stage
• 1996: Quarterfinals
• 1998: Group stage

Modern Era (2000-2019)

The 2000s saw a resurgence in Morocco‘s fortunes, as the team reached the quarterfinals in 2000 and 2002. In 2004, Morocco finished runner-up, their best finish to date, behind Tunisia. The team’s modern era has been marked by inconsistent performances, with a few notable victories against top African teams.

• 2000: Quarterfinals
• 2002: Quarterfinals
• 2004: Runner-up
• 2006: Group stage
• 2008: Group stage
• 2010: Quarterfinals
• 2012: Group stage
• 2013: Quarterfinals
• 2015: Group stage
• 2017: Group stage
• 2019: Runner-up

Recent Years (2020-present)

Morocco’s recent years have seen a resurgence in fortunes, with the team reaching the quarterfinals in 2021. The team’s recent performances have been marked by consistent progress, with a few notable victories against top African teams.

• 2021: Quarterfinals

Morocco’s AFCON history is a testament to the team’s resilience and determination. With a best finish of runner-up in 2004 and 2019, the team is looking to build on their recent progress and win the tournament in the future.