Zambia Coach: 'In Morocco, We Feel Like We're in Europe; Players Must Show Skills to Win'

Zambia national team coach Moses Sichone affirmed that tomorrow's match against Morocco, in the third and final round of the Africa Cup of Nations group stage, will be difficult. Speaking on Sunday morning at the pre-match press conference, Sichone stated: "I believe Morocco's draw against Mali makes the group more difficult. The team that qualifies needs to win, not wait for the result of the other match. We have to win, and Morocco does too."

Regarding Morocco's organization of the Africa Cup, the coach commented: "In Morocco, we feel like we are in Europe. The infrastructure and training pitches, everything is amazing. I believe every African country should follow Morocco's example when hosting the AFCON."

Zambia has only one option to qualify for the round of 16: securing a victory. Sichone remarked: "I believe it starts with the mental aspect and determination. The winning spirit must be present, and players should possess that resolve when they step onto the field. They must fight and play collectively; this is the only way we can face Morocco, a team that is difficult to beat."

He added: "We have played against Morocco several times, and we know what to expect from them. We have studied our last match against them, as well as Morocco's games so far in the Africa Cup. Things will not be easy tomorrow, and players must demonstrate their skills and determination if we want to defeat Morocco. We are playing on beautiful pitches, which can be a motivation for the players. We need to be good in transitions from defense to attack if we want to score goals."