Romain Saïss Confirms His Readiness and Warns Against Mistakes Ahead of Tanzania Match
Romain Saïss, captain of the Moroccan national team, confirmed that his health has significantly improved following his recent injury. He noted that he has regained an important part of his physical fitness and is now ready to contribute to the Atlas Lions’ journey in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
During the press conference, Saïss said that his recovery has been progressing positively since the early days of the injury, explaining: “My condition is much better now, and I started working seriously from the very next day, both physically and mentally.”
The team captain pointed out that the mental factor played an important role in overcoming this phase, emphasizing that maintaining a positive attitude was the key to the comeback, despite the difficult period they went through.
Regarding the possibility of his participation in the upcoming match against Tanzania, Saïss emphasized that the decision remains in the hands of the coaching staff, explaining that the team’s interest comes before any personal considerations. He said, “The most important thing is to be fully ready to serve the national team, whether I play on the field or support from the sidelines.”
In a related context, Saïss warned against repeating past mistakes that led to the Moroccan team’s elimination by lower-ranked teams, emphasizing that focus and discipline are two essential elements in the crucial stages of the tournament.
The captain of the “Atlas Lions” explained that the experienced players bear a great responsibility in guiding the younger members, especially since many of them are participating in the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time. He pointed out that the pressure of the tournament is different from other competitions and requires a great deal of mental calmness.
Saïss emphasized that the last match highlighted the strength of the team’s cohesion, as the national team appeared united throughout the game and succeeded in delighting the fans, considering this a positive indicator of what is to come.
Regarding the secret behind the positive results, the coach of the Moroccan national team emphasized that mental strength and tactical discipline will be decisive in the upcoming matches. He explained that the value of the players lies not only in their names or the clubs they play for but in their willingness to make sacrifices on the field.
Saïss concluded his remarks by emphasizing that the team approaches the match against Tanzania with humility and great ambition, stating that the goal is clear: to secure qualification by delivering a strong performance, maintaining the right mindset, and continuing the approach the team has followed since the start of the competition. He expressed confidence that the match will go in the desired direction.