Morocco’s manager, Mohamed Ouahbi, expressed confidence in his team’s performance after a 1-1 draw with Brazil, considering it a positive start to the World Cup. Despite leading early through Ismael Saibari’s goal, Morocco settled for a point in Group C. Ouahbi emphasized the team’s potential for more success in the tournament.
Ouahbi highlighted Morocco’s determination to surpass their previous World Cup performance in Qatar, aiming to go beyond the semifinals. The manager acknowledged the team’s efforts in the match against Brazil, emphasizing the desire for improvement despite the draw. Morocco’s strong midfield presence posed challenges for Brazil during the game.
Praising his players for displaying the desired qualities, Ouahbi reassured fans of the team’s ambition and determination. He commended 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for his impactful performance, especially in neutralizing key Brazilian players. Bouaddi, who recently switched allegiance to Morocco from France, showcased his skills effectively.
Morocco’s next matches are against Scotland in Boston on June 19 and Haiti in Atlanta on June 24, as they aim to build on their promising start in the World Cup.
