By Angu Lesley
His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, has sent a message of congratulations to the members of the Moroccan national football team, finalists of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, praising their outstanding journey and honourable continental achievement.
In His message, the Sovereign expressed His warmest congratulations to the players, coaching staff, technical, medical and administrative teams, as well as the officials of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, commending their collective efforts and commitment throughout the tournament.
King Mohammed VI highlighted that the Atlas Lions’ impressive campaign demonstrated how perseverance, discipline and team spirit are essential ingredients for achieving high-level performance. He noted that the team presented to the world a powerful example of what Moroccan and African youth can accomplish when they believe in their talents and abilities.
The Sovereign further underlined that the determination and heroic performances shown by the national team reaffirm the importance of Morocco’s strategic vision of investing in human capital and modernising infrastructure. He pointed out that the Kingdom’s facilities once again proved their resilience and world-class readiness, particularly as Morocco prepares to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
His Majesty also praised Morocco’s hosting of the tournament, describing the organisation and warm hospitality as a remarkable sporting success rooted in the nation’s long-standing values and traditions. He added that staging the AFCON at such a high standard sends a message of hope and confidence from Morocco to the African continent, confirming that African talent is capable of excellence and innovation across all fields.
In conclusion, King Mohammed VI paid special tribute to the passionate Moroccan supporters who backed the national team throughout the competition with enthusiasm and unwavering belief. He called on the players to continue their efforts to achieve further success and to honour Moroccan football in future international competitions, while assuring them of His continued high solicitude and benevolence.