In a remarkable achievement, the Moroccan national team has clinched the title in the men's team category at the 2026 World Eightball Pool Championship held in Marrakech. This prestigious event, organized under the aegis of the International Eightball Pool Federation (IEPF), saw Morocco triumph over Northern Ireland in a thrilling final match, concluding with a score of 11-9.
The winning Moroccan squad consisted of talented players including Osama Messkini, Abdellah Bendoro, Abderrahman Cherfi, Hossam Al-Imrani, Rafiq Harmouch, Anas Khodmi, Badr Laafani, Imad Lahssini, Souleiman Wazait, and Amir Riyadh. Throughout the tournament, the Moroccan team showcased exceptional skill and teamwork, decisively defeating the Irish team 11-4 in the quarterfinals, followed by a strong performance against Wales in the semifinals, winning that match 11-7 before facing Northern Ireland in the final.
This victory marks Morocco's second global title in this competition, adding to their previous win in the Blackball category in 2014. The national team's success reinforces its status among the elite nations in the world of billiards, further solidifying Morocco's reputation in the international sports arena. As the celebrations ensue, the Moroccan team continues to inspire a new generation of players in the sport.
As reported by hespress.com.
