The hosts and favourites got off to a winning start after goals from Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi

The teams take to the field in Rabat, the stadium looks close to full, the home fans are expectant. Can Morocco set a standard?

On the field at Rabat, at the Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah, CAF President Dr Pratrice Motsepe has takes to declare the AFCON open. Sadly, UK coverage of the opening ceremony has been non-existent.