Morocco coach Walid Regragui has showered praises on his players despite losing 2-0 to France in the semi-final of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on Wednesday.
The Atlas Lions made history becoming the first African side to reach the semifinals of a FIFA World Cup, following their 1-0 win over Portugal at the quarter finals but they fell short against holders.
France took an early lead through Theo Hernandez’s scrambled fifth minute goal before substitute Kolo Muani made it 2-0 in the 79th minute to ensure they will defend their crown against Argentina and Lionel Messi at Lusail Stadium on Sunday.
"His Majesty was also proud, the Moroccan people were proud," Regragui told reporters. "I think the world as a whole is proud of this Moroccan team because we show great desire. We work hard, and we played honest, hard-working football.
"I think we've given a good image of Morocco and a good image of African football and that was also important for us, because we were representing our country and our continent."