The Moroccan national team won the Futsal African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2024), for the third time in a row, after beating Angola 5-1 in the final played Sunday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Hall in Rabat.
On this occasion, King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to the members of the national futsal team.
In this message, King extended "warm congratulations to the members of the national futsal team for winning the 7th Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by the capital of the Kingdom, with hospitality and unparalleled organisation."
![](http://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/image-53.png)
The Sovereign also expressed "Great pride in the firm determination shown by the members of the national team to win, for the third time in a row, this continental title, driven by exemplary patriotism and serious commitment to promoting Moroccan football and sport."
Reiterating his congratulations to the members of the national team and all technical and administrative executives of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, the King prayed "to the Almighty to grant them greater success and awards during the 2024 World Cup in Uzbekistan."
![](https://www.myjoyonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/image-523.png)
He was hopeful that in their "sustained efforts to climb the highest steps of the podiums on continental and international levels."
Earlier in the day, Libya beat Egypt 3-1 on penalties (regular time: 2-2) to secure the third spot.
The top three teams in this African contest book their tickets at the Futsal World Cup, which will be held in Uzbekistan from September 14 to October 6.
Latest Stories
-
Paris 2024: Opening ceremony showcases grandiose celebration of French culture and diversity
2 hours -
How decline of Indian vultures led to 500,000 human deaths
3 hours -
Paris 2024: Ghana rocks ‘fabulous fugu’ at olympics opening ceremony
3 hours -
Trust Hospital faces financial strain with rising debt levels – Auditor-General’s report
4 hours -
Electrochem lease: Allocate portions of land to Songor people – Resident demand
4 hours -
82 widows receive financial aid from Chayil Foundation
4 hours -
The silent struggles: Female journalists grapple with Ghana’s high cost of living
4 hours -
BoG yet to make any payment to Service Ghana Auto Group
4 hours -
‘Crushed Young’: The Multimedia Group, JL Properties surprise accident victim’s family with fully-furnished apartment
5 hours -
Asante Kotoko needs structure that would outlive any administration – Opoku Nti
5 hours -
JoyNews exposé on Customs officials demanding bribes airs on July 29
6 hours -
JoyNews Impact Maker Awardee ships first consignment of honey from Kwahu Afram Plains
7 hours -
Joint committee under fire over report on salt mining lease granted Electrochem
7 hours -
Life Lounge with Edem Knight-Tay: Don’t be beaten the third time
7 hours -
Pro-NPP group launched to help ‘Break the 8’
8 hours