Bono: Our Full Focus is on the Netherlands... We Don't Care About What's Said Outside the Field

Yassine Bounou, the goalkeeper of the Moroccan national team, confirmed that the focus of the "Atlas Lions" is entirely on the upcoming match against the Netherlands in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. He emphasized that the players are not paying attention to the statements made by former Dutch football stars before the match.

Bono explained during the press conference preceding the match that the Moroccan national team is experiencing an atmosphere of complete focus, and that the coaching staff and players are directing all their attention to preparing on the field, away from any external discussions.

He said, "We are focused on our work and do not care about what is being said. All the players' focus is on the matches and preparing for them in the best possible way."

He added: "The Moroccan player always plays with a fighting spirit and knows that an entire nation stands behind him and supports him. This gives us extra motivation, and we hope to deliver a great match that makes Moroccans proud of their team."

He continued: "When we rely on long balls, it's because of the lack of solutions on the flanks. It's better to lose the ball 60 meters away from your goal than to lose it near the penalty area, where the danger is greater."

The Moroccan national team is preparing to face the Dutch team early Tuesday at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico, in an anticipated match as part of the round of 32. The "Atlas Lions" aim to continue their journey in the world championship.