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What happened?
Morocco coach Mohamed Webe expressed his deep concern over the injuries suffered by Abdel Samad Zalzouli and Nusair Mazraoui in the friendly match against Norway, stressing that the medical team is waiting for the results of tests to determine the seriousness of the two injuries a few days before the opening match against Brazil.
“It was a good test against a strong team and unfortunately we couldn’t get the win,” expressing his relative satisfaction with the team’s performance despite the result, Webb said in press releases.
Giving opportunities
The Moroccan coach explained that the aim of the friendly was to give the maximum number of players before the start of the official competition, saying:
But he added in a worried tone. “But Zalzouli and Mazraoui are injured and we are waiting to see what the medical tests say,” clearly indicating the pair’s participation in the opener against Brazil has become doubtful.
Advantages and Disadvantages You have to work
Despite the worrisome injuries, Webe emphasized that the match saw many positives, noting that other things need to be improved before the decisive showdown.
He said: “There were positive things and we will work on others”, adding. “The goal was to introduce the team to the rhythm of the matches and get used to the atmosphere of America before the meeting with Brazil.”
Adapting to the American atmosphere
The Moroccan coach emphasized the adaptation of the players to the climatic and environmental conditions of the United States of America, where the group matches will be held, considering that the friendly confrontation contributed well to achieving that goal.
A crucial date against Brazil
The Atlas Lions are set to host their opening match of the 2026 World Cup next Saturday, June 14, against Brazil in a match that is set to be one of the toughest tests any team can face in the first round.
