Nigeria, Jan. 5 -- Host nation Morocco booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after edging Tanzania 1-0 in a tense knockout clash on Sunday.

The narrow victory keeps the Atlas Lions' title hopes alive as they continue their push for a first AFCON crown in 50 years, but it did not come easily against a stubborn Tanzanian side.

Morocco dominated possession from the opening minutes and believed they had taken an early lead when Ismael Saibari headed in from the left after 15 minutes. Celebrations inside the stadium were quickly cut short, however, as the assistant referee flagged for offside.

Despite controlling the ball for long spells, Walid Regragui's team struggled to break down a disciplined Tanzan...