Morocco and Mali have a history of frequent encounters, with Morocco holding a significant advantage. Statistics show that in their last five matches, Morocco has secured victory four times. The only draw occurred in the African qualifiers in June of this year, a goalless tie played in Mali's home ground. Morocco's recent home performances highlight their strong attacking and defensive capabilities, particularly against Mali, where they often achieve substantial score differences. For instance, in the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations finals, Morocco won 4-0 at home, dominating the match and preventing Mali from creating any significant threats. Two other direct meetings also displayed Morocco's dominance: in an August qualifier, Morocco swept Mali aside 6-0 at home, with two goals in the first half and keeping a clean sheet, demonstrating their ability to control the game under pressure. Another encounter, an international friendly, saw Morocco victorious, although the final score was a closer 2-1. These historical data indicate that Morocco tends to control the match rhythm and create more opportunities in attack when facing Mali, with their solid defense being a key element in securing wins. Both teams will need to be highly focused and prepared for this anticipated contest to perform at their best. Africa Cup of Nations, 12-27 04:00 Morocco vs. Mali. Match direction: 2.25, Over.