WAFCON 2022: We Are Not Afraid Of Morocco, Says Waldrum

Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum says the reigning champions are unbothered about facing the hosts Morocco – even if the Atlas Lionesses will be roared on by a partisan crowd.

Nigeria also booked their WAFCON semi-final place on Thursday, with a gritty 1-0 victory over neighbours Cameroon to reach their ninth successive World Cup.

The Falcons lost their opening game against South Africa but bounced back to beat Botswana, Burundi and Cameroon to reach the last four.

“I have a lot of respect for Morocco,” Waldrum said in a post-match conference. I think they’re one of the best sides here in the tournament.

“I think their goals have pretty much all come off a set pieces of some sort. We know they’re very capable and very dangerous in those situations.

“Fans here in Morocco have been fantastic coming out supporting their team so we fully expect it to be a full stadium. I don’t think that’s a concern.

“Our players have played in big stages. And when you’re looking at some of our players that play abroad, most of them are playing in clubs that are playing in front of good crowds.

“Obviously you want the fans on your side. We know that’s not going to happen, but I think our players will respond fine with it.”