Moses Sichone, the head coach of the Zambian national team, confirmed that the upcoming match against Morocco, scheduled for tomorrow as part of the third and final group stage round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, is one of the toughest games his team will face in the tournament.

The coach of the Zambian national team explained during the press conference held this morning, Sunday, that the qualification calculations have become more complicated following the draw between the Moroccan and Malian teams. He pointed out that securing the qualification spot will not come from waiting for other results but by achieving victory on the field. He added that both teams are required to play for the win without paying attention to other matches.

Sichone praised Morocco's organization of the tournament, emphasizing that the overall atmosphere, the quality of the stadiums, and the infrastructure give the teams a sense of playing under ideal conditions. He considered Morocco to be setting an outstanding example in hosting the Africa Cup of Nations.

Regarding Zambia's chances of qualifying, the coach emphasized that winning is the only option for his team, stressing the importance of mental readiness and fighting spirit. He called on his players to maintain discipline and teamwork when facing a strong opponent that is difficult to handle.

Sichone pointed out that the coaching staff studied the Moroccan national team thoroughly, both through their previous matches and the games they played in the current edition of the tournament. He noted that the match would be challenging, and that taking advantage of quick transitions from defense to attack could provide his team with scoring opportunities.

The coach of the Zambian national team concluded his statements by emphasizing that playing on high-quality pitches provides extra motivation for the players, urging them to give their best in order to achieve a positive result against the "Atlas Lions."