Regragui Congratulates Gabon on Their Qualification

Walid Regragui, head coach of the Moroccan national team, congratulated Gabon on securing their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, hosted in Morocco. In a pre-match press conference, he said:

“I want to congratulate Gabon for qualifying for AFCON. We’re delighted to have them in the tournament and hope the 2025 edition will be the best ever. Welcome to Morocco!”

Expectations of an Open and Attacking Match
Regragui emphasized that the upcoming game will differ in its approach, as Gabon has already secured qualification, paving the way for an attacking style of play:

“I expect an open, attacking game with both teams aiming for victory.”

Managing Absences and Tactical Adjustments
Regarding Morocco’s squad, Regragui noted that some players are sidelined due to injuries. However, he assured that the rest are fully prepared:

“Our goal is always to adapt to each challenge. The players have been trained according to the tactical demands.”

Post-Travel Evaluation and Continuous Preparation
He concluded by stressing the importance of assessing players’ conditions after traveling and preparing for Monday’s match:

“We will monitor the players’ fitness to ensure readiness for the upcoming challenges.”