Tarek Skitioui, the head coach of the Moroccan U-23 national team, held a press conference to discuss preparations for the quarter-final match against the Syrian national team.

Al-Saktawi described the match as "not going to be easy at all," noting that it represents a real test for the team.

Al-Saktawi praised the team spirit and discipline demonstrated by the players during the preparations, emphasizing the group's understanding of the Moroccan fans' aspirations.

He pointed out that excellence requires more than just physical fitness; it demands tactically smart management of the periods of strength and weakness during the match.

Regarding the tactical approach, Al-Saktawi preferred not to disclose the details, emphasizing that the strategy would be flexible and adapt to the flow of the match moment by moment, with the sole objective of securing qualification to the semifinals.