The story
The Morocco national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Atlas Lions, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 11 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CAF to this expanded 48-team tournament.
The continent's standard-bearers, carrying a billion dreams and a defence that strangles giants.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Morocco will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group C and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group C. The connection between Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Díaz is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Achraf Hakimi - the clinical wing-back who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Morocco are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Brasile 1-1 Marocco
Brasile 1-1 Marocco. Girone C. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. gio 11 giu.
Scozia 0-1 Marocco
Scozia 0-1 Marocco. Girone C. Lumen Field, Seattle. gio 18 giu.
Haiti 2-4 Marocco
Haiti 2-4 Marocco. Girone C. Lumen Field, Seattle. mar 23 giu.
Paesi Bassi 1-1 dcr Marocco ai calci di rigore
Paesi Bassi 1-1 dcr Marocco ai calci di rigore. Trentaduesimi. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. lun 29 giu.
Marocco 3-0 Canada
Marocco 3-0 Canada. Ottavi di finale. NRG Stadium, Houston. sab 4 lug.
Francia 2-0 Marocco
Francia 2-0 Marocco. Quarti di finale. Gillette Stadium, Boston. gio 9 lug.