His presence and his joy during the first match made an impression. Morocco’s representative at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan was still present this Sunday to attend the round of 16 between the Atlas Lions and Tanzania.
Discreetly installed in a box at the Prince Moulay Abdallah stadium in Rabat, the 22-year-old man was seen exploding with joy after Brahim Diaz’s goal, alongside Princess Lalla Khadija. While the Moroccans were struggling to break down the Tanzanian defensive block, the Real Madrid striker delivered a great strike from a particularly tight angle.
During the first match of the competition against the Comoros, the joy of the eldest son of King Mohammed VI was more measured, undoubtedly because of his official role during this ceremony. This time, he has become a real supporter of the Atlas Lions, he who is passionate about football.
His presence at the competition was noticed by the Moroccans. “He dropped protocol. It was as if he was a friend joining his colleagues for football,” greeted M’hammed, a Moroccan supporter, who highlighted his “simplicity.” “It’s the best moment of the CAN,” said Ahmed Oukhadjou, a 25-year-old content creator.
