Morocco head coach Jorge Vilda says his side is well prepared for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The North African country will host the delayed tournament from July 5 to 26.
“The team’s morale is very high, and the players are excited to begin the competition. We’ve prepared well for these matches, and the group is very cohesive. There’s a great atmosphere within the squad,” Vilda said.
The national coach acknowledged the challenges ahead as Morocco’s women’s team falls into Group A, which includes Senegal, Zambia, and the DRC.
While conceding that the group is the toughest of the three in this WAFCON, he said he is confident that the Lionesses will deliver and receive support from a large crowd at home.
He also expressed satisfaction with the current level of the team, which he says has progressed significantly as a result of consistent hard work.
“Our first match will be against Zambia, a team that has made a lot of progress in recent years and whose players compete in top leagues, such as Racheal Kundanaji, Hellen Chanda, and Barbara Banda.”
“They’re tough opponents, but we have the necessary tools to counter them,” he said, noting that his squad is ready and excited to start the tournament.
Morocco’s game against Zambia will take place on Saturday at 9 p.m. Moroccan time.
