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“We expect a great technical and tactical battle. We must forget the match against Tanzania. We must confirm on Sunday against a formidable team which will also seek qualification”, he said during the conference of pre-match press.
“We have a lot of respect for the DRC, it’s a football country. They have great players, great clubs. You always have to fear the Leopards. The DRC is one of the best teams in the group. They can be dangerous if she has confidence. We know who we will be dealing with,” he analyzed, assuring that “each match has its truth.”
“The match schedule and the climate also count, but it’s not important,” noted Regragui, noting that the competition is difficult mentally and athletically.
“The most important thing is qualification. Afterwards, it will be another tournament. You have to respect your opponent in order to achieve a good result,” he added.
According to the national coach, players must stay focused and know when to attack and when to slow down, ensuring that DR Congolese players stand out for their speed and technical quality.
Noting that the Moroccan selection has a bench that will help it for the rest of the competition, Regragui indicated that players suffering from injuries are gradually recovering.
“Yahya Attiat Allah is now operational. As for Sofiane Boufal, he was a little seized up against Tanzania, while Noussair Mazraoui is gradually getting back into shape. For the match against DR Congo, we will decide at the last moment the starting XI The most essential thing is qualification,” he said, rejoicing at Mohammed Chibi’s performance against Tanzania.
“Chibi was a very good surprise. He was up to the task. We have good full-backs. The most important thing is that the starting players can wear the national jersey,” he continued.
Commenting on the strong coverage by the Moroccan media of this CAN, Regragui said that “it warms the heart and shows that Morocco has moved to another dimension in the world of football.”
“This certainly puts us under pressure. But that’s the other side of the coin,” he maintained.
“The DR Congo has a very good coach who is trying to renew the team,” added Regragui, believing that “the DRC that Morocco faced in the World Cup qualifiers has nothing to do with the one we will meet on Sunday. This is a new challenge for Morocco and the DRC.”
At the end of the first day of group F, Morocco is in the lead with 3 points, ahead of DR Congo and Zambia (1 pt each), while Tanzania occupies last place without the slightest unit.
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