Morocco arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the most exciting and proven teams in international football. Their historic 2022 campaign in Qatar — where the Atlas Lions became the first African nation ever to reach a World Cup semi-final — transformed expectations for Moroccan football on the global stage. Under the guidance of Mohamed Ouahbi, the squad blends the experience of that remarkable 2022 generation with a wave of talented young players eager to make their mark.
Drawn into Group C alongside Brazil, Croatia and Belgium, Morocco face a formidable challenge from the opening whistle. Yet the Atlas Lions have shown repeatedly that they fear no opponent. With a technically gifted squad featuring players from Europe's top clubs and a ferocious team spirit that has become their hallmark, Morocco are genuine contenders to go deep in a World Cup being hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
From Achraf Hakimi's marauding runs at right-back to Yassine Bounou's commanding presence in goal, Morocco possess match-winners in every area of the pitch. This is a squad built to compete at the very highest level, and expectations have never been higher for the Atlas Lions heading into a home-continent tournament.
First match: Morocco vs Brazil — 13 June 2026, New York/New Jersey Stadium
Full Squad
| Player | Position | Club | Previous World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yassine Bounou | Goalkeeper | Al Hilal | 2 |
| Munir Mohamedi | Goalkeeper | RS Berkane | 2 |
| Ahmed Tagnaouti | Goalkeeper | Royal Armed Forces | 1 |
| Noussair Mazraoui | Defender | Manchester United | 2 |
| Anass Salah-Eddine | Defender | PSV Eindhoven | 0 |
| Youssef Belammari | Defender | Al Ahly | 0 |
| Nayef Aguerd | Defender | Marseille | 1 |
| Chadi Riad | Defender | Crystal Palace | 0 |
| Issa Diop | Defender | West Ham United | 0 |
| Redouane Halhal | Defender | KV Mechelen | 0 |
| Achraf Hakimi | Defender | Paris Saint-Germain | 2 |
| Zakaria El Ouahdi | Defender | Genk | 0 |
| Samir El Mourabet | Midfielder | Strasbourg | 0 |
| Ayyoub Bouaddi | Midfielder | Lille | 0 |
| Neil El Aynaoui | Midfielder | Roma | 0 |
| Sofyan Amrabat | Midfielder | Real Betis | 2 |
| Azzedine Ounahi | Midfielder | Girona | 1 |
| Bilal El Khannouss | Midfielder | Stuttgart | 1 |
| Ismael Saibari | Midfielder | PSV Eindhoven | 0 |
| Abdessamad Ezzalzouli | Forward | Real Betis | 1 |
| Chemsdine Talbi | Forward | Sunderland | 0 |
| Soufiane Rahimi | Forward | Al Ain | 0 |
| Ayoub El Kaabi | Forward | Olympiacos | 1 |
| Brahim Díaz | Forward | Real Madrid | 0 |
| Yassine Gessime | Forward | Strasbourg | 0 |
| Ayoub Amaimouni-Echghouyabe | Forward | Eintracht Frankfurt | 0 |
Key Players
Achraf Hakimi remains Morocco's most recognisable star and one of the best right-backs in world football. The Paris Saint-Germain defender brings pace, technique and attacking threat that few full-backs can match. Alongside him, veteran goalkeeper Yassine Bounou — now at Al Hilal — provides the calm, experienced presence between the posts that has underpinned Morocco's defensive solidity for years.
In midfield, Sofyan Amrabat is the engine — his energy and combativeness at Real Betis have continued to impress, and he will be crucial to Morocco's fortunes in Group C. Around him, the youthful Ayyoub Bouaddi of Lille and Neil El Aynaoui of Roma represent the next generation of Moroccan talent, players already performing at a high level in European football.
Going forward, Brahim Díaz offers creativity and flair from a wide position, having committed his international future to Morocco rather than Spain. Ayoub El Kaabi is a proven goal-scorer at European level, while the exciting Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and young Chemsdine Talbi add further attacking options. Morocco's strength lies not just in individual quality but in collective organisation — a blend that makes them one of the most difficult sides to break down in this tournament.
FAQ
Who manages Morocco at the 2026 World Cup?
Mohamed Ouahbi is Morocco's head coach at the 2026 World Cup, having taken charge of the Atlas Lions following their historic 2022 semi-final run.
Who are Morocco's key players at the 2026 World Cup?
Achraf Hakimi, Yassine Bounou and Sofyan Amrabat are the experienced leaders. Brahim Díaz brings creativity in attack, while Ayyoub Bouaddi and Neil El Aynaoui represent Morocco's emerging generation.
How far did Morocco go at the 2022 World Cup?
Morocco reached the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar — the first African nation to reach that stage in World Cup history. They were eliminated by France.
When do Morocco play their first game at the 2026 World Cup?
Morocco open Group C against Brazil on 13 June 2026 at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.