Coach Wahbi: Qualification was not a coincidence.. and the changes made the difference.

National coach Mohamed Wahbi clarified that the qualification of the "Atlas Lions" to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup was not a coincidence, but rather the result of tactical discipline and the ability to handle various match scenarios against the Canadian team.

The coach of the "Atlas Lions" highlighted in his statements after the victory that the technical staff anticipated a complicated match against an opponent that relies on high pressing, noting that the Moroccan team knew how to overcome difficult periods and maintain their composure until they managed to impose their style on the flow of the game.

Wahbi pointed out that the adjustments made between the halves helped the players to exit with the ball in a better manner, as the focus was on building attacks through the center to avoid the pressure exerted by the Canadian team on the flanks, emphasizing that the players' response to the instructions was ideal and directly contributed to achieving victory.

The national coach stressed that such encounters require patience and courage, considering that his players showed a strong character and a great ability to adapt to the changes in the match, which enabled them to secure a ticket to the next round.

Wahbi concluded his remarks by confirming that the focus will shift directly to preparing for the quarter-finals, where the technical staff will concentrate on restoring the players' readiness before the upcoming match, indicating that the Moroccan team will be ready regardless of the opponent.

With this victory, the Moroccan team continued to write a new chapter in its history at the World Cup, having reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, while awaiting to learn about their next opponent, who will be the winner of the match between France and Paraguay scheduled for this evening.