The Moroccans create a surprise and qualify for the round of 16 of the Women’s World Cup. Led by their coach Reynald Pedros, former French international, the Atlas Lionesses will face Hervé Renard’s French women in a unique and suspenseful match.
France, the big favorite in the competition, is carrying the pressure on its shoulders. Elimination would be a real affront for the Blues, who must assume their status as favorites. However, they know that favorite status doesn’t mean much in football.
For their part, the Moroccans have already succeeded in their competition by managing to beat Germany in their group, despite an initial defeat against the Germans. The Moroccan team, made up of local players and recently convinced binationals, hopes to continue riding this dynamic of surprise and success.
The French coach of Morocco, Reynald Pedros, assures that he will have no remorse in beating and eliminating the France team. The reunion with the Lyonnaises, which he experienced during his time at Olympique Lyonnais, adds a special dimension to this match for Pedros.
For Hervé Renard, the Bleues coach, the objective is to qualify and respect the opponent. He recognizes that the Morocco team is not there by chance and that the match will be of the same caliber as that against Brazil.
It is therefore an unexpected and unbalanced round of 16 that looms between France and Morocco. The Blues must face the pressure of favoritism, while the Moroccans play without complexes and with the desire to create an exploit.
The appointment is made for this exciting match which will give rise to a great reunion between Reynald Pedros and the Lyon players. Football often has surprises in store, and this match will surely be no exception.