Moroccan National Team Coach Walid Regragui likened his team that made history in the 2022 World Cup to “Rocky Balboa”.
Regragui held a press conference after their first World Cup semi-final match, beating Portugal 1-0 in the quarter-finals.
Evaluating their victories against Belgium, Spain and finally Portugal, Regragui said that to win the cup, his players had the spirit of the boxer Rocky Balboa, played by Sylvester Stallone.
Stating that they have a clear game plan against their opponents, the 47-year-old coach said, “Everyone has to work. I think my players have never run this much in their lives, but they do it for their country. We become a team that everyone loves in the World Cup. If you show passion, desire and faith, You can be successful. My players have shown that.” he said.
Reminding that they defeated Spain, Portugal and Belgium without conceding a goal, the experienced coach said, “We made our people happy and proud. We made our continent happy and proud. When you watch Rocky, you want to support Rocky because of his heart and passion. We’re Rocky.” used the phrases.
Stating that Portugal had more difficulties than Spain, Regragui said, “The important thing for future generations is that we show that it is possible for an African team to play in the semi-finals of the World Cup. Why not dream of winning? If you don’t dream, you won’t get anywhere yet. “We haven’t achieved anything, but we’re in the semi-finals. Everyone will be afraid to play with us.” expressed an opinion.