HIBAPRESS – Sport
Walid Regragui, coach of the Moroccan national team, confirmed that playing the final of the African Cup of Nations on home soil is a dream for any player or coach, stressing the "Atlas Lions'" desire to win the continental title.
Regragui explained, in the press conference preceding the Senegal match, that the final represents the last and most difficult step against a strong team that includes a coach and distinguished players, stressing that playing in front of the Moroccan public gives an additional boost to achieve the desired goal and enter the history of African football. The national coach pointed out that the decision will depend on how the pressure and emotions are managed, explaining that the players have become more mature in dealing with big matches, as happened against Nigeria. Regragui concluded by emphasizing the equal chances between the two teams, with a slight advantage for Morocco thanks to the support of the fans, expressing his hope that the match will be decided in favor of the better team.
