Former Egyptian star Mohamed Aboutrika praised the outstanding performance of Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou following his crucial role in Morocco's victory over Nigeria in the penalty shootout during the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, leading the "Atlas Lions" to the final.

During his analysis of the match on beIN Sports, Abu Trika emphasized that winning major championships starts with goalkeeping, pointing out that Bono is a model of a complete goalkeeper due to his strong personality and high mental focus on the field.

He explained that the Moroccan goalkeeper asserts his presence inside the penalty area with steadiness and confidence, handling crosses calmly. Additionally, his leadership role in directing the defense line and midfield players contributes to the team's cohesion during difficult moments.

Aboutrika added that facing Bono in penalty shootouts is a significant challenge for any player, explaining that the takers are under double pressure due to the Moroccan goalkeeper's ability to accurately read the angles and make the right predictions at crucial moments.

The Moroccan national team is scheduled to meet their Senegalese counterparts next Sunday in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations, in a highly anticipated match starting at 8:00 PM Morocco time.