Lesotho's Lone Star Stun Morocco in Africa Cup of Nations

Lesotho pulled off a shock 2-1 victory over Morocco in their opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.

Lesotho took the lead in the 27th minute when Jane Thabantso scored from a free-kick. Morocco leveled the score in the 60th minute through Hakim Ziyech. However, Lesotho regained the lead in the 70th minute when Motebang Sera Motebang scored from a cross.

The win was Lesotho's first in the Africa Cup of Nations since 1986.

Lesotho is the lowest-ranked team in the tournament, but they played with great heart and determination.

Morocco is one of the favorites to win the tournament, but they were stunned by Lesotho's performance.

The win gives Lesotho a great chance of reaching the knockout stages of the tournament.

Morocco will need to bounce back from this defeat in their next match against Namibia.

The Africa Cup of Nations is one of the most prestigious football tournaments in the world.

The tournament is held every two years and features the best teams from Africa.

This year's tournament is being hosted by Egypt.

The final will be played on July 19.