The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on Sunday, December 21, with a strong start for Morocco. Brahim Diaz scored the first goal of the tournament in a 2-0 victory against Comoros, etching his name into AFCON history.Scoring the opening goal of an AFCON edition is a rare achievement, previously accomplished by iconic players such as George Weah, Asamoah Gyan and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Diaz now joins this prestigious list.Beyond the symbolism, the goal highlights Morocco’s ambition and confirms Brahim Diaz’s key role as the Lions of the Atlas aim for continental glory in AFCON 2025.
