Wahbi Challenges Netherlands: No Team is Unbeatable.. Our Ambition is to Continue the Journey

Mohamed Wahbi, the coach of the Moroccan national team, sent a strong message ahead of the anticipated match against the Netherlands in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, affirming that the "Atlas Lions" enter the game with great confidence and ambition to continue making history in the tournament.

Wahbi said in statements to "beIN Sports" channel that knockout stage matches differ from other encounters, noting that every detail can make a difference regardless of the opponent's identity.

He explained: "We have a big and important match ahead of us, and every knockout game is difficult, regardless of the name of the team we are facing."

The coach of the Moroccan national team emphasized that reaching this stage does not mark the end of their ambitions, but rather serves as a motivation to continue advancing in the tournament. He stressed that the improvement in the team's performance gives them the ability to go far in the World Cup.

He added, "We are happy with what we have achieved so far, and if we continue to develop at the same pace, we can go far in the World Cup, and that is our goal."

Wahbi spoke about the Dutch national team, describing it as a strong competitor with great quality. However, he emphasized that the Moroccan team knows its opponent well, and that the fan support and the confidence gained by the players are two important elements before this encounter.

He said: "The Netherlands is a strong and distinguished team, they know us and we know them well, but we also rely on the passion of our fans and the desire to continue the path that the team started in recent editions, and the fans trust in our abilities."

Wahbi concluded his statements with a message full of challenge, affirming that the Moroccan team will enter the match with a winning mentality, without fear of the opponent's strength.

He added, "We look forward to delivering the best possible performance. We do not fear any opponent; it is a high-caliber match, but no team is unbeatable, and we will approach the game with this mentality."

The Moroccan national team is facing the Netherlands in search of a ticket to the round of 16, where the winner of the match will face the Canadian team, which secured its place in the next round after defeating South Africa with a score of 1-0.