Marrakech, Morocco — Both Angola and Zimbabwe enter their second Group B match at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 under pressure, each still searching for a first point after narrow opening‑day defeats.
After losing 2‑1 to South Africa, Angola displayed promising attacking play but lacked clinical finishing — leaving them with no margin for error in Marrakech.
Head coach Patrice Beaumelle has stressed the need for efficiency and mental resilience, believing his side can turn their tournament around if they correct early mistakes.
Zimbabwe, beaten late in their opener versus Egypt, also arrive with urgency. Despite the setback, coach Marian Marinica remains confident in his squad’s tactical organisation and intensity, urging his players to stay fearless and focused.
Captain Marvelous Nakamba says the team has analysed its previous performance and is ready to give everything for a positive result.
With neither side having taken points yet, this match in Marrakech feels more like a knockout tie than an early‑stage group fixture — a loss would leave qualification hopes hanging by a thread.
History offers mixed signals: Angola has generally had the upper hand in past meetings, but AFCON finals can defy trends, especially when both teams must chase a result.
Stay tuned for full match action and updated standings as Group B continues to take shape at AFCON 2025.
