HIBAPRESS – Sports
Romain Saïss, the captain of the Moroccan national team, expressed calmness and confidence after the "Atlas Lions" drew against Mali (1-1) in the second round of the group stage of the 2025 African Cup of Nations at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Saïss explained that media and public pressure is normal for a team of Morocco's size, confirming that the players are aware of the size of the responsibility and are working to deal with each match individually, with the aim of ensuring qualification before thinking about the rest of the rounds. He also described the match against Mali as strong and balanced, considering the draw an acceptable result in the context of the long tournament. Saïss pointed to the special atmosphere of the tournament, praising the spirit of brotherhood between the Maghreb fans, especially the Moroccan, Algerian, and Tunisian fans, which contributed to creating a positive sporting environment inside the stadiums, reflecting the values of respect and coexistence in the region.
