To amplify accusations of racism against Moroccan players and coach Walid Regragui after a heated match, Algerian state television aired a fabricated statement falsely attributed to the Democratic Republic of the Congo Football Federation.
Morocco draws with DR Congo 1-1 in a physically challenging game, Saturday, in San Pedro, Cote d’Ivoire. Despite hard-fought draw, Atlas Lions still atop Group F with 4 points.
Morocco won its Africa Cup of Nations opener, scoring three goals against Tanzania. The game, held at the Laurent Pokou Stadium in San Pedro, sets the tone for the Atlas Lions, who secured the top spot in Group F.