Moroccan National Team Names Squad for Upcoming Match
In a highly anticipated FIFA date this March, Morocco is set to face Ecuador in their first match as part of their preparation for the World Cup. The Moroccan national team has announced a roster filled with prominent players from elite clubs such as Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, showcasing their strength and ambition on the international stage.
Among the standout players selected to represent Morocco are Brahim Díaz and captain Achraf Hakimi. Brahim Díaz is currently making waves at Real Madrid, while Achraf Hakimi has emerged as one of the key stars at Paris Saint-Germain, where he shares the pitch with Ecuadorian player Willian Pacho. The squad also boasts talents like Noussair Mazaraoui from Manchester United, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli of Real Betis, and Issa Diop from Fulham, highlighting Morocco's robust presence in European football.
This upcoming fixture against Ecuador marks a significant milestone for Morocco, as it will be their first match following their recent recognition as African champions. Although they lost in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations in January, an administrative decision awarded them the title after Senegal was found to have violated regulations.
New Leadership for the Moroccan Team
Morocco will also debut a new head coach for this match. Mohamed Ouahbi takes the reins of the 'Atlas Lions' after being appointed on March 5, succeeding Wallid Regragui, who resigned on the same day. Under Regragui, Morocco achieved a historic third-place finish at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and reached the Africa Cup of Nations final. His departure was intended to rejuvenate the team, with the Moroccan Football Federation announcing Ouahbi's appointment during the farewell event.
Ouahbi arrives with a commendable background, having previously led the Moroccan youth team to victory at the 2025 World Cup in Chile, marking a significant achievement in his coaching career.
The full squad for the upcoming match includes:
- Goalkeepers: Yassine Bouno (Al Hilal), El Mehdi El Harrar (Raja Casablanca), El Mehdi Benabid (FAR)
- Defenders: Achraf Hakimi (PSG), Issa Diop (Fulham), Ismael Baouf (Anderlecht), Chadi Riad (Real Betis), Soufian El Karouani (Utrecht), Zakaria El Ouahdi (Genk), Noussair Mazaraoui (Manchester United), Redouane Halhal (Rabat), Anass Salah-Eddine (PSV Eindhoven), Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal (Stade Rennais)
- Midfielders: Bilal El Khanouss (Stuttgart), Ismael Saibari (PSV Eindhoven), Oussama Targhalline (Feyenoord), Neil El Aynaoui (Roma), Samir El Mourabet (Rabat), Mohamed Rabie Hrimat (FAR)
- Forwards: Brahim Díaz (Real Madrid), Yassine Gessime (Racing Strasbourg), Chemsdine Talbi (Sunderland), Ayoub El Kaabi (Olympiacos), Yassir Zabiri (Fuenlabrada), Soufiane Rahimi (Al Ain), Abdessamad Ezzalzouli (Real Betis)
The 'Atlas Lions' are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting encounter against Ecuador. Stay updated with the latest news by subscribing to our WhatsApp channel for instant notifications delivered directly to your mobile device.
As reported by elcomercio.com.
