Morocco, host country of the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, lost 1-0 to Senegal in the final. Faced with the weight of defeat, His Majesty Mohammed VI sought to comfort the entire national team with a message of reassurance and hope.
After six matches marked by five wins and one draw, Morocco was defeated in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations by Senegal, 1–0. The Atlas Lions controlled the final before eventually losing in extra time. In the wake of the defeat, His Majesty King Mohammed VI sought to comfort the entire national team through a message of reassurance and hope.
Through this distinguished journey, you have demonstrated that perseverance, discipline and team spirit are the path to achieving strong performances. You have also shown the world an example of what Moroccan and African youth can accomplish when they have confidence in their talents and abilities.
Mohammed VI, King – Morocco
The Moroccan Sovereign also praised the mobilisation and enthusiasm of Moroccan supporters behind the national team. Throughout the competition, the fans showed unwavering support, with great enthusiasm and strong confidence in captain Achraf Hakimi and his teammates.
You have also proven, through the determination and the heroic and honourable performances you displayed, the importance of our strategic vision to invest in human capital and modernise the Kingdom’s infrastructure, which has demonstrated its resilience and world-class level of readiness in preparation for hosting the 2030 World Cup.
Mohammed VI, King – Morocco
In a final statement, King Mohammed VI conveyed his deep pride regarding the Atlas Lions’ performance, praising the commitment and rigour with which they represented Morocco. The Sovereign concluded by urging the team to maintain their current momentum, strive for even greater success, and continue to uphold the honour of Moroccan football in forthcoming international competitions.
