Regragui: Mali Clash a Real Test, Aiming for Early Qualification

Morocco national team coach Walid Regragui affirmed that the upcoming match against Mali, in the second round of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage, will be a real test for the "Atlas Lions."

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Regragui stated that the encounter with Mali would not be easy. He explained, "We will face a strong team with great capabilities, and the match will be a difficult examination against an opponent we know well and who also knows us."

The national coach added, "The Mali team includes very skilled players, and the confrontation will be balanced because the ambition to win is shared by both sides."

Regragui concluded by emphasizing that the primary goal for the Moroccan national team is to secure all three points and clinch qualification to the second round as soon as possible, to continue their continental journey with greater confidence.

It is worth noting that the Moroccan national team will face Mali tomorrow, Friday, at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, kicking off at 9:00 PM (GMT+1).