Sektioui leads Morocco to the Arab Cup title after a thrilling final against Jordan
On a historic night of football at the Lusail Stadium, Morocco's national team coach, Tarik Sektioui, expressed his immense pride and deep satisfaction with the achievement of the "Atlas Lions" in winning the Arab Cup for the second time in their history. This well-deserved victory came after a marathon and thrilling match between Morocco and Jordan, which ended with a 3-2 Moroccan victory in a nail-biting final that reaffirmed the superiority of Moroccan football.
This achievement further solidifies the prestigious position Moroccan football has attained regionally and internationally, especially after the qualitative leap it has witnessed in recent years. This Arab title is not merely a fleeting victory, but rather the fruit of continuous grassroots work and an ambitious sporting strategy aimed at strengthening the presence of national teams in various arenas. This victory reflects the continuation of successes that began to emerge clearly with the senior national team's reaching the World Cup semi-finals, raising the bar for ambitions across all age groups and reserve teams.
The covenant of men and fighting spirit
In his post-match remarks, Sektioui revealed the psychological atmosphere leading up to the tournament, explaining that the players had made a pact with themselves before the opening whistle to give their all for the national jersey. Sektioui said, "The players gave their absolute best, and fulfilling that pledge was the defining characteristic of this training camp. We were able to meet the fans' expectations and secure Morocco's second title after the 2012 edition, thanks to the dedication, commitment, and high level of professionalism demonstrated by everyone.".
The Moroccan coach addressed the thrilling scenario of the final match, praising his players' heroic response. Despite the Jordanian team's success in getting back into the game, scoring an equalizer and then taking the lead, the Moroccan team's fighting spirit was unwavering. He added, "In the second half, despite the temporary shock of the opponent taking the lead, our players displayed the character of champions, delivering a valiant performance that enabled them to score the decisive third goal and maintain the result until the final whistle.".
Global organization and public support
Al-Saktoui also praised the wonderful atmosphere provided by the State of Qatar and the organizing committee, emphasizing that playing at Lusail Stadium in front of a record crowd had a magical effect on motivating the players. He noted that this edition of the Arab Cup was exceptional by all standards, both in terms of logistical organization and the high level of skill displayed by the participating teams, which was clearly evident in the intense competition that characterized the final match.
Sektioui concluded by emphasizing that this title is a reassuring sign for the future of Moroccan football, saying, "This achievement confirms that we are on the right track thanks to the unwavering support of officials and the strong desire of everyone involved to continue representing the nation with honor." This title is expected to have a significant positive impact on boosting the confidence of the new generation of players, preparing them to be worthy successors to their predecessors in upcoming continental and international competitions.
