Morocco
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About
Morocco arrive at the 2026 World Cup as the highest-ranked African team in FIFA history at 7th in the world, building on the extraordinary momentum of their 2022 semifinal run in Qatar — the first African and Arab nation to reach that stage. Under Mohamed Ouahbi, who replaced Walid Regragui in 2024, the Atlas Lions have maintained their competitive edge with a squad packed with stars from Europe's elite leagues. Captain Achraf Hakimi of PSG marshals the defence, Real Madrid's Brahim Díaz provides creative brilliance, and the midfield axis of Sofyan Amrabat and the prodigious 18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille gives Morocco both steel and silk. Drawn into Group C with five-time champions Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, Morocco face arguably the tournament's most glamorous group. They open against Brazil on June 13 at MetLife Stadium in New York — a blockbuster clash between the third and seventh-ranked teams in the world. Scotland await on June 19 at Gillette Stadium in Boston, before the group finale against Haiti on June 24 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The opener against Brazil is decisive: Morocco's 2022 run proved they can compete with anyone, and a result against the Seleção would likely seal qualification. Expected performance: Round of 16 or quarterfinals. Morocco's 2022 semifinal was not a fluke — this squad is deeper, more experienced, and better organized. With world-class talent across every position and the tactical discipline that stunned Belgium, Spain, and Portugal four years ago, the Atlas Lions are genuine contenders to go deep again. Anything less than the knockout rounds would be a disappointment.
Group Stage Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the coach of Morocco at World Cup 2026?
Mohamed Ouahbi is the head coach of Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He replaced Walid Regragui, who led Morocco to the historic 2022 World Cup semifinal, and has continued building on that success.
What group is Morocco in at World Cup 2026?
Morocco is in Group C alongside Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti. Morocco are the second-highest ranked team in the group at 7th in the FIFA rankings, behind only Brazil at 3rd.
When does Morocco play at World Cup 2026?
Morocco opens against Brazil on June 13 at MetLife Stadium in New York. They face Scotland on June 19 at Gillette Stadium in Boston, and close the group stage against Haiti on June 24 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
How far did Morocco go at World Cup 2022?
Morocco reached the semifinals at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, becoming the first African and first Arab nation to reach that stage. They beat Belgium, Spain (on penalties), and Portugal before losing to France in the semifinal.
Who are Morocco's best players at World Cup 2026?
Morocco's squad is headlined by captain Achraf Hakimi (PSG), Brahim Díaz (Real Madrid), Sofyan Amrabat (Real Betis), and 18-year-old midfield sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi (Lille). Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was a hero of the 2022 run.