Shadi Riad: "We Have a Quality Squad, Why Not Win the World Cup?"
T.E (Elbotola)
02 June 2026at22:38
Morocco national team defender Shadi Riad expressed his desire to win the World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, stating his strong confidence in the squad.
Following Morocco's 4-0 victory over Madagascar, Riad spoke to the press about winning the World Cup, saying: "Why not? We have a lot of quality. If we don't believe we can win the World Cup, then who will?"
He continued: "I believe we have a good squad, with a large number of high-quality players, and as I said before, we all work together 100%. We are very humble and we know what we are doing."
He concluded his statement by saying: "Why shouldn't we win the World Cup, God willing?"
Q&A
What did Shadi Riad say about Morocco's World Cup chances?
Shadi Riad expressed strong confidence in Morocco's ability to win the upcoming World Cup. He believes their squad possesses immense quality and that collective effort makes them a formidable contender.
How does Shadi Riad describe the Moroccan squad's quality?
Shadi Riad describes the Moroccan squad as having a large number of high-quality players. He emphasized their collective work ethic and humility, stating everyone works together 100% towards their goals.
What is Shadi Riad's ultimate goal for the Morocco national team?
Shadi Riad's ultimate goal for the Morocco national team is to win the World Cup. He firmly believes in their potential, questioning why they shouldn't achieve this top global football prize.
