Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane has showered praises on Walid Regragui for leading Morocco to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
The Atlas Lions became the first African country to progress to the last four after beating Portugal 1-0 courtesy of striker Youssef En-Nesyri, who leapt highest to beat goalkeeper Diogo Costa to the ball at Al Thumama Stadium.
Following the victory, Regragui also became the first African coach to lead a team to the semi-finals of the tournament.
“Walid, thank you for putting all of Africa on the global map,” said Mosimane on social media.
“Thank you for educating most of our federations in our beloved continent that we have potential and we got wiser and we know a lot about global football and we can compete with any country if we plan properly.”
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Morocco will face holders France in the semifinals at Al Bayt Stadium on Wednesday.