Aguerd tops Morocco ratings against Gabon in Africa Cup of Nations Qualification

Moroccan international Nayef Aguerd caught the eye during the match against Gabon, topping the list of the highest-rated players in the game that took place in the first round of the Africa Cup of Nations Qualification 2027.

Nayef Aguerd delivered an impressive defensive performance, earning the highest rating among all players in the match, according to the specialized statistics site 'SofaScore'.

The Moroccan defender received a rating of 8.5, placing him at the top of the list of the best players in the match, ahead of all his teammates and players from the Gabon national team.

Noussair Mazraoui received a rating of 8.3 after contributing to Morocco's victory by scoring the opening goal during the match.

Ayyoub Bouaddi and Azzedine Ounahi both received a rating of 8.0, completing the list of Morocco's standout players according to Sofascore ratings.

Morocco began their Africa Cup of Nations Qualification campaign with a 2-0 victory over Gabon on Friday evening at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, in the first round of Group A matches for the qualifiers leading to the continental finals.