Morocco's preparations for Thursday's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against France continued on Tuesday with a rain-soaked training session in Boston, where Anass Salah-Eddine and Chamseddine Talbi delivered a clear message of belief and ambition.
Speaking to Moroccan and international media after the session, both players praised the quality of their upcoming opponents while emphasizing the confidence and unity that have carried the Atlas Lions to the last eight.
Salah-Eddine: "We Believe in Our Strengths"
Anass Salah-Eddine acknowledged France's quality but stressed that Morocco is fully aware of its own capabilities heading into the knockout clash.
"France has many strengths and an outstanding squad, but so do we," he said. "We know our qualities, we've performed well throughout the tournament, and we'll continue working hard as a team to achieve our objective."
The defender also highlighted the importance of Morocco's passionate supporters, calling on the Atlas Lions faithful to once again fill the stands.
"This is the greatest tournament in the world, and our journey isn't over yet," he added. "We still have important matches ahead of us, and we hope our fans will be there in large numbers on Thursday, just as they have been throughout this incredible World Cup."
Rain No Obstacle for the Atlas Lions
Heavy rain accompanied Tuesday's training session, but Salah-Eddine dismissed any concerns about the conditions.
"We've trained in the rain several times before," he explained. "It won't be an obstacle for us."
Talbi Focused on the Semifinal Dream
Chamseddine Talbi also played down the impact of the weather, insisting the squad's full attention remains fixed on the quarterfinal.
"The rain is only a small detail," he said. "A huge match awaits us in a few days, and, God willing, we'll give everything we have to achieve victory."
The winger revealed that the squad has recovered well following its victory over Canada and is now fully focused on taking the next step.
"Our only goal is to reach the semifinals," Talbi said. "This is the kind of match every child dreams of playing. What's most important is that we're at our very best and that we make our supporters proud."
Ready for Another World Cup Challenge
As the quarterfinal draws closer, Morocco's preparations continue with focus, determination, and complete belief in the collective strength of the squad.
The confidence expressed by Salah-Eddine and Talbi reflects the mentality that has defined the Atlas Lions throughout the tournament—a team united by ambition, driven by hard work, and eager to embrace another unforgettable night on football's biggest stage against France.