Moroccan international Sofiane Amrabat has revealed a conversation between him and French striker Olivier Giroud during the World Cup semi-final between the sides on Wednesday, which ended in France winning 2-0.
Holders France will face Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, while Morocco take on Croatia in the third- and fourth-place match on Saturday.
Amrabat said in statements to Dutch network “NOS” after the match: “Unfortunately, it was difficult for us after receiving a goal so early and we were under pressure to show our reaction, especially with the speed they enjoy up front.” . If you’re leading 1-0 it’s easier to play football.
He revealed a conversation that happened between him and Jiro during the match and said, Their striker Jiro was chasing me everywhere in midfield.
She continued, “I told him, ‘Stop it!'” But he replied that he was ordered to follow me throughout the game.
Sofiane Amrabat is one of the most notable players to shine at the current World Cup, with the English media linking him to a move to Liverpool after the end of the tournament.
