Nahila Benzina to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed: I am happy to wear the hijab, and this is my message to the fans
The Moroccan women’s team achieved an unprecedented achievement in its first participation in the World Cup, which is currently being held in Australia and New Zealand until August 20, after it reached the second round, thus attracting the attention of its followers, and thus following in the footsteps of the men’s team, which reached the semi-final stage. The final of the Qatar World Cup 2022.
In a statement to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, Nahila Benzina expressed the happiness of the components of the “Atlas Lionesses” team after completing the qualification, for the first time in the history of Moroccan and Arab football, and considered that the qualification was the result of great efforts by the players and the technical and medical staff of the Moroccan team.
She added, “We are proud of our level against Colombia. We really proved that we deserve to pass to the second round, given the combativeness we showed on the field. We succeeded in honoring our country, our families, and the Moroccan and Arab fans who help us constantly.”
Regarding the criticism directed at her from some quarters because of her wearing the hijab, the star of the Moroccan women’s national team responded that she was very happy to appear veiled, and she continued, saying: “Frankly, I only listen to those who support and encourage me, and I do not care about those who offer nothing but criticism. I do not have time now to consider what they say.” There are family, friends and relatives who deserve attention.”
Nhila Benzina sent a message to the Moroccan and Arab fans, in order to continue her support and encouragement for the Moroccan national team players during the France national team match, next Tuesday, in the final price of the World Cup.
“We will do everything we can to win and qualify for the next round, despite the difficulty of the task,” she added.
2023-08-04 11:22:03
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