The Atlas Lions arrived in Abidjan on Sunday, greeted with
enthusiasm at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport in a warm reception.
In a tweet from the team’s official handle on Sunday, it was
stated, “Our #AtlasLions arrived safely to San Pedro.”
The squad, which reached the semi-finals of the FIFA World
Cup, touched down at 2:00 PM local time, receiving a vibrant cultural welcome
orchestrated by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the AFCON at Terminal
2. The event unfolded under tight security measures, ensuring a smooth arrival
for Coach Walid Regragui’s team.
Members of the Moroccan community in Abidjan added to the
welcoming party at the airport, showcasing their support for the arriving team.
The Atlas Lions, drawn in Group F alongside DR Congo,
Tanzania, and Zambia, are considered strong contenders for victory in the AFCON
in Cote d’Ivoire, given their impressive performance as semi-finalists in the
2022 World Cup in Qatar.