Story byMorocco coach heaps praise on Real Madrid ace amid top performance in AFCONMadrid UniversalSun, December 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM UTC·2 min readBrahim Diaz is the name on everyone’s lips right now in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, especially after his stellar performance for Morocco in the opening game. The Real Madrid star helped Morocco secure a 2-0 win over Comoros in the first match, notably scoring the opener. He scored another goal in the second game, in the 1-1 draw with Mali. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn addition to scoring two goals, he has won two penalties for his team, making him one of the star performers of the tournament so far. Morocco coach praises Brahim DiazIn light of his brilliant performances in the tournament, Brahim Diaz received praise from Morocco’s manager Walid Regragui. Speaking ahead of Morocco’s group game against Zambia, Regragui praised the Real Madrid star’s overall game.“Brahim is in good form and understands what is expected of him because he is a key player. In the final third of the field, he is very effective for us.