On the Moroccan side, Hoalid Regragui has refocused the objective ahead of the last group match: “We will continue on our path. Our goal is to finish first in our group,” he stated at a press conference. The coach wants a sharper Morocco, capable of securing qualification without calculations.
The message aligns with his reaction after the draw against Mali: Regragui acknowledged the frustration while emphasizing the need to win the last match to finish at the top and remain in Rabat. “We must win against Zambia and qualify as first to stay in Rabat,” he insisted.
In terms of squad management, Regragui has also had to deal with physical issues and defensive choices in recent days, notably confirming his trust in young Aït Boudlal and discussing the case of Hakimi (gradual return after injury).
