Moroccan Futsal Team Kicks Off CAN 2026 with a Resounding Victory
The Moroccan national futsal team, known as the Lions of the Atlas, made an impressive start to the Africa Futsal Cup of Nations 2026 by defeating Algeria with a convincing score of 4-0. The match took place on October 12, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, marking a strong beginning for the defending champions in the group stage of the tournament.
Coached by Hicham Dguig, the Moroccan side showcased their skills in front of a large crowd, which included notable figures such as Fouzi Lekjaa, the president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, and national coach Mohamed Ouahbi. From the outset, the Lions of the Atlas seized control of the game, with Younes M'Kasri and Younes Jaouda scoring the first two goals in the first half, providing Morocco with a comfortable lead at halftime.
As the second half commenced, Morocco continued its dominance, further solidified by a third goal from Youssef Jaouad shortly after the break. Jaouad proved to be a standout player, scoring again to bring the final tally to 4-0 against the Algerian team, who struggled to create scoring opportunities and opted for a primarily defensive strategy throughout the match.
This victory positions Morocco at the top of Group A, where they share the lead with Zambia, who secured a win over Libya with a score of 3-1. The Lions of the Atlas are now poised to continue their quest for another title in this prestigious tournament.
As reported by sport.le360.ma.
