Morocco announce March squad ahead of 2026 World Cup preparations

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has officially unveiled his squad for the March international camp, as the Atlas Lions continue their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The North African side is set to play two friendlies during the break. They will first face Ecuador on March 27, before taking on Paraguay on March 31, in what promises to be a unique test against South American oppositions.

Morocco Squad Overview

The squad features a blend of experienced internationals across all lines:

Goalkeepers:
Yassine Bounou, Mehdi Harrar, Mehdi Benabid.

Defenders:
Achraf Hakimi, Zakaria El Ouahdi, Issa Diop, Ismael Baouf, Redouane Halhal, Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, Chadi Riad, Noussair Mazraoui, Anass Salah-Eddine, Soufiane El Karouani.

Midfielders:
Azzedine Ounahi, Ismael Saibari, Bilal El Khannouss, Samir El Mourabit, Neil El Aynaoui, Oussama Targhalline, Mohamed Rabii Hrimat.

Forwards:
Brahim Diaz, Yassine Kassimi, Ayoub El Kaabi, Soufiane Rahimi, Mohamed Yassine Zoubir, Abde Ezzalzouli, Chemsdine Talbi, Amine Adli.

First Appearance After CAF Controversy

This camp will mark the Atlas Lions’ first appearance since the controversial decision by the Confederation of African Football to award them the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title following the partial withdrawal of Senegal from the final.

The Atlas Lions remain one of Africa’s most exciting national teams, and these upcoming fixtures could offer a clear indication of their readiness to compete on the global stage.

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