Morocco begin their journey towards CAN 2027 when they host Gabon at the Moulay Abdallah Sports Complex on Friday, with kick-off at 19:00 GMT.
The fixture will be the 22nd meeting between the sides in a rivalry that has become a familiar contest in African football. Supporters will be able to follow the opening Group A match on several television channels.
Viewers in Morocco can watch the game on Arryadia and Al Aoula. For audiences across sub-Saharan Africa, Canal + Sport 1 and Gabon 1ere will broadcast the match.
The game marks the start of an important new chapter for both teams, although their circumstances are different.
Morocco will be looking to make a strong start to their qualifying campaign as they continue the development of their national side. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi is relying on a combination of youth and experience as he seeks to maintain the progress made by Moroccan football.
Gabon, meanwhile, begin a rebuilding process following the international retirement of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. They will also be led by a new manager, Sebastien Migne, as the Pantheres begin a new era.
The opening fixture therefore offers Morocco the chance to take an early step towards CAN 2027, while Gabon start their reconstruction with a demanding away match.