Chipolopolo Coach Avram Grant: “We Need Those Points to Qualify”

Chipolopolo Coach Avram Grant: “We Need Those Points to Qualify”

Avram Grant, the coach of Zambia’s national football team, emphasized the significance of their upcoming match against Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations. Grant acknowledged that Morocco is a stronger team on paper but expressed determination to fight for the crucial points needed for Zambia to qualify.

Grant highlighted the importance of the match, noting that while Morocco has already qualified, Zambia needs the points to secure their spot. He acknowledged that Morocco is considered the best team in Africa, but he underlined his coaching philosophy of never giving up.

In discussing the red card in the previous game against Tanzania, which he deemed unjust, Grant praised his players for their character and good football. Despite being considered the underdogs against Morocco, Grant stated that his team would fight for the points.

He acknowledged that, on paper, Morocco is the better team, but in football, outcomes are not solely determined by team rankings. Grant expressed pride in his players’ performance and character, emphasizing that they would focus on their own preparations rather than getting too caught up in analyzing Morocco.

Zambia faces Morocco in a Group F final tie that will determine the fate of Grant’s team. The match is crucial for Zambia’s qualification hopes, and the outcome will be closely watched.