RABAT, Jan 8 (Reuters) - Morocco coach ‌Walid Regragui defended his team's approach on Thursday as criticism mounts ‌ahead of Friday's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Cameroon, with ‌the host nation seeking to justify their pre-tournament favourites tag.

Morocco have faced criticism for their form despite progressing comfortably to the last eight, finishing top of their group with seven points out ‍of a possible nine and beating Tanzania 1-0 in ‍the round of 16 at ‌the weekend.