The early goal was a setback for the Moroccan team but lets be factual, the French team were just too tough for the Moroccan team. They played well in the match but France have a very formidable attack too good to break through the Moroccan defense opening them up and created good chances to get two goals in the game. Morocco had some good chances too but were unable to find the back of the net but in the end I am proud of this Moroccan team for their confidence and professionalism through out the competition.
The Moroccan team's strength is their defense and not the attack. Scoring early or first builds the confidence of a defensive team because they can put in everything to defend their lead. From few of their matches, the Atlas Lions won some of the matches they scored first. I totally agree that the early goal was a big setback to the team because it disorganized them to some extent. The injury of Romain Saiss also contributed to the loss, this is because the Moroccan captain is a formidable force in the watertight defensive structure of the Atlas Lions.
African is expecting to win their first ever medal in the world cup through Morocco. The last match between Morocco and Croatia ended in a goalless draw. Croatia might not value the bronze as the Moroccan side because they have even clinched the silver medal but this match in Khalifa International Stadium means a lot to Africa and the entre Arab world.