Rabat – Morocco’s Atlas Lion Achraf Hakimi expressed satisfaction with the national team’s performance int heir opening game against Brazil in the group stage of the World Cup.
Hakimi said Morocco played a “good game.”
“We have to keep going and learn from our mistakes,” Hakimi told the press following the match.
He acknowledged the game was not easy as the Atlas Lions were up against a tough team, and one of the favorites to win the tournament.
“We managed to get a draw, and we’re happy with our performance, Hakimi added.
The Atlas Lion emphasized that there is still room for improvement,
“We need to keep growing, recover well and focus on the next game,” Hakimi said.
Coach Mohamed Ouahbi said Morocco played with the same philosophy it adopted several times, including in its friendly against Norway.
He acknowledged the game was a tough one, but stressed that what matters now is that Morocco should win its upcoming game against Scotland.
Morocco’s opening game in the World Cup ended with a 1-1 draw. Atlas Lions like Ayoub Bouadd, Noussair Mazraoui, and Ismael Saibari showed their best during the game.
Brazil head coach Carlos Ancelotti emphasized
Morocco’s next game is on June 19 against Scotland at 11 p.m. Their next journey is against Haiti on June 24.
