Shadi Riad: "We Are Ready to Face Brazil and I Feel Great Optimism Towards the National Team"
T.E (Elbotola)
08 June 2026at15:31
Moroccan national team defender Shadi Riad expressed his satisfaction with the prevailing atmosphere and cohesion within the squad following their 1-1 friendly draw against Norway, as the "Atlas Lions" continue their preparations for the World Cup finals.
He stated, "I feel great optimism towards the national team. I believe we delivered a very good performance. We were organized and defensively solid, and we also showed up well on the attacking front."
Riad added, "We exchanged quick passes excellently and moved directly towards goal. Yes, I have positive feelings, and thankfully I believe we are now ready for our first match."
The Moroccan national team is set to face Brazil in their opening World Cup match on June 13 at 23:00 (+1 GMT). They are part of Group C, which also includes Scotland and Haiti.
What did Shadi Riad say about the Moroccan national team?
Shadi Riad expressed great optimism for the Moroccan national team, stating he believes they delivered a very good and organized performance in their recent friendly. He feels the team is defensively solid and showed up well on the attacking front, exchanging quick passes.
How is the Moroccan national team preparing for the World Cup?
The Moroccan national team is preparing for the World Cup finals by playing friendly matches and focusing on team cohesion. Defender Shadi Riad noted their strong performance and organization in a recent draw, highlighting their readiness for the upcoming tournament.
When will Morocco play their first World Cup match?
Morocco will play their first World Cup match against Brazil on June 13. They are part of Group C, which also includes Scotland and Haiti, and are looking forward to a strong start to their campaign.
