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Morocco vs Ghana LIVE: Two AFCON giants look to kickstart bid to end decades of disappointment in opening Group C clash, with Premier League stars Thomas Partey and Daniel Amartey set to feature

Ghana and Morocco meet this afternoon in their first Africa Cup of Nations clash, with several Premier League stars in action for both teams, who will hope to go far.

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is expected to be in action, with Daniel Amartey and Jordan Ayew set to feature in the opening round of the tournament.

Morocco last won the competition in 1976, while Ghana will aim for a fifth triumph.

Follow Sportsmail's DANIEL DAVIS for live Africa Cup of Nations coverage of Morocco vs Ghana, including build-up, team news and updates.