FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited the Lionesses of Atlas and their staff to congratulate them after their historic qualification for the Round of 16 in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
This is the first time in their history that Morocco has reached the Round of 16 in this prestigious competition. Gianni Infantino expressed his congratulations to the Moroccan women’s national team, as shown in the images shared on Twitter.
The FIFA President took the time to talk with the players and staff and immortalized the moment by taking photos with them. This participation in the 2023 World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand, is a first for the Lionesses of Atlas.
The next challenge for Morocco will be a tough one against France, scheduled for Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 11 a.m. GMT at Hindmarsh Stadium in Australia. This match will also be a duel between two former French players turned coaches: Reynald Pedros leading the Lionesses of Atlas and Hervé Renard for Les Bleues.
Morocco will seek to secure its third victory in this 2023 Women’s World Cup, after winning against South Korea (1-0) and Colombia (1-0). An interesting challenge awaits the Lionesses of Atlas against France, who finished at the top of their Group F with seven points. Moroccan fans will undoubtedly be behind their team for this high-stakes match.
