Morocco coach Jorge Vilda has praised his side for their hard-fought 2-2 draw against Zambia in their opener of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.
After the game, Vilda took a moment to thank his players, crediting them for standing their ground against what he described as “a solid team.”
He pointed to the squad’s second-half performance as a turning point, noting their ability to raise the tempo and respond under pressure.
“They kept a good rhythm, especially in the second half, in a match played at high intensity,” he said.
“The substitutions helped us get back into it and draw level. This team will improve with every match.”
Vilda showed no disappointment in the result. On the contrary, he called the draw a positive outcome.
“A draw remains a good result,” he said, “and we’ll aim for a win in the matches to come.”
The coach showed respect for the Zambian side, calling them “a strong team with great players.”
He admitted that opening games often carry a different weight but said Morocco showed it could play solid football against tough opposition.
Morocco will face DR Congo in their second Group A game on Wednesday, July 9, at the Olympic Stadium Rabat
