đź”— Share this article El Kaabi's Breathtaking Goal Caps Morocco's Win Against Comoros in Afcon Opening Match. Host nation the Moroccan side shook off a anxious start to defeat Comoros in the competition's first match on the weekend, after strikes by Brahim DĂaz and super-sub Ayoub El Kaabi in the latter period. It was a less than dominant showing, though, from the heavily tipped hosts, who are ranked 97 places above the tiny Indian Ocean nation in the FIFA rankings and had to toil hard for the points in wet conditions at the national stadium. Nervy Beginning and Spurned Chances Morocco failed to convert an early penalty and were goalless at half-time despite controlling possession, finally opening the scoring in the 55th minute. The goal came when full-back Mazraoui showed great skill to keep the ball in play before laying it square for Brahim DĂaz to sidefoot home. Every first match is invariably tough but we delivered in the second period,” commented Morocco coach Walid Regragui. The Substitute's Piece of Magic Any lingering nerves was subsequently eased by a moment of pure genius from Ayoub El Kaabi. Just 10 minutes following coming on, the forward connected with a cross with a stunning overhead kick in the 74th minute, making it two and sealing the result. Earlier in the match, the hosts could have been the lead in the 11th minute after a penalty was awarded for a foul on DĂaz. Yet, Rahimi's penalty was saved by Comoros goalkeeper Pandor. The Visitors' Defiant Stand and Late Opportunity Comoros comfortably held Morocco for long periods before the Moroccans' superior firepower eventually made the difference. Goalkeeper Pandor pulled off several further fine saves to keep down the score as the match progressed, even though Comoros did have a chance for an equaliser shortly following the first goal, with SaĂŻd shooting straight at Morocco goalkeeper Bounou. Injury Worry for Hosts The victory was partially marred by an apparent injury to the captain, SaĂŻss, who limped off in the 18th minute apparently in tears. The defender had just returned to the international setup last month after a lengthy absence caused by ankle surgery. This result extends the team's record-breaking run of consecutive wins to nineteen, beating the old best of 15 set by Spain from 2008 and 2009.