Argentina vs France: Morocco’s Regragui Reveals Who He Wants to Win World Cup

• Walid Regragui has disclosed who Morocco will supporting to win the 2022 World Cup
• Morocco's dream of reaching the tournament's final was cut short on Wednesday night
• Les Bleus' win over the Atlas Lions saw them set up a crunch clash against Argentina

Morocco boss Walid Regragui has revealed who he is backing to win the 2022 World Cup, following his side's elimination from the tournament.

The Atlas Lions have enjoyed a dream campaign in Qatar, becoming the first African team to reach the semi-finals.

Regragui's charges made it to the semis after they seeing off some of the top teams in the world, including Spain and Portugal.

However, their dream was cut short by France who they faced in the semis, with the cup holders condemning them to a 2-0 defeat to set up a crunch clash against Argentina in the final.

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Regragui is backing France

Reacting to his side's elimination from the World Cup, Regragui expressed his pride after leading Morocco to a fantastic run in the tournament.

The celebrated tactician went on to reveal that he will be supporting Les Bleus to win the World Cup against La Albiceleste in the final.

"We gave the maximum, that’s the most important thing. We have shown the world that football exists in Morocco and that we have great supporters," he said via Metro UK.

"This was one step too far. We had too many players at 60-70% fitness. My players gave everything. They have gone as far as they could. We will support France now."

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Rio Ferdinand shared his thoughts on who he thinks will win the 2022 World Cup, between France and Argentina.

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The two football heavyweights are set to face off on Sunday, December 18, at the Lusail Stadium for a chance to be crowned world champions.

While the Europeans will be hoping to become the first country to successfully defend the Mundial trophy in 60 years, Rio contends that the stars have simply aligned for Lionel Messi.