Morocco

CAF • CAF

Tournament Outlook

Quarter-finals. Will be dangerous again but 2022 bar is high.

Best World Cup Result: Fourth Place (2022)

About Morocco

The Atlas Lions made history in 2022 as first African/Arab World Cup semi-finalists. Morocco combines European league quality with African passion and organization.

Playing Style: Defensively solid with quick transitions. High-quality pressing and counter-attacking.

Key Players

Right-Back

Achraf Hakimi

Paris Saint-Germain

Midfielder

Bilal El Khannouss

Leicester City

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

2022 experience
European league quality
Defensive organization
Hakimi

Weaknesses

Can they repeat 2022 magic?
Striker options
Pressure of expectations

World Cup Schedule

vs Brazil

vs Scotland

vs Haiti

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Fun Facts

⚽First African team to reach World Cup semi-finals
⚽Hakimi Panenka penalty to eliminate Spain
⚽Players bringing mothers onto pitch became iconic

Team Info

FIFA Code: MAR
Confederation: CAF
World Cup Appearances: 7
Group: Group C

Fan Culture

Moroccan diaspora created incredible atmospheres in Qatar. Support spans the globe.

Known as: Atlas Lions

Famous Chants:

Maghrib!Dima Maghrib!