Hadji not afraid of Portugal: «They are not aliens. The only alien I see is Kylian Mbappe» – Morocco
December 07, 2022 – 22:56
Former Sporting player says he is optimistic for the duel with the National Team
Former Sporting player, Mustapha Hadji will follow Saturday’s duel between Portugal and Morocco with great anticipation, with the certainty that the North African team has arguments to fight with the National Team to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup. In an interview with the ‘So Foot’ portal, the 51-year-old former midfielder even said that Moroccans cannot fear Portuguese power and explains why. “Like Spain, it’s a team that likes to have the ball, but they have a more direct game, they attack faster. They have quality players in all positions. In the offensive zone it’s impressive, even without Ronaldo in the starting lineup. They go very quickly, at a very high level, but I believe that Morocco’s strength is not worrying too much about the opponent. Of course, Regragui will study Portugal, but he gives an important focus to the quality of his own team . You have to follow Portugal, but you can’t be afraid. They are not aliens. The only alien I see in this World Cup is Kylian Mbappé! Morocco has its chances”, guaranteed the former player of the lions. “We have to be optimistic, to believe that the semi-finals against France are possible – the team that for me is a favorite along with Brazil. We have to take things step by step. Portugal, like Spain, has a style of play which fits well in Morocco. We have more difficulties against teams that bet more on physicality, with Germany. Let’s think about Portugal and see. But one thing is certain: Morocco has already been successful in this World Cup”, he added.
By Fábio Lima
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