This Sunday, August 23, the Moroccan Futsal Lions will step back onto the pitch for an exciting international test match against Saudi Arabia. Scheduled to take place at the Al Inbiâat covered hall in Agadir, the match is set to kick off at 19:00 local time.
The national futsal team is currently in preparation mode for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026, which will be hosted in Morocco from October 12 to 21. The showdown against Saudi Arabia marks the first of two back-to-back matches between the two teams, with a second encounter slated for Tuesday, August 25, at the same time and venue. The primary goal for the Moroccan coaching staff is to fine-tune their strategies and assess the team's readiness as they approach this pivotal continental tournament.
The Lions are entering this match with a notably positive momentum. Prior to their arrival in Agadir, Morocco secured two convincing victories against Bosnia and Herzegovina in friendly matches. The first game on August 13 saw Morocco triumph with an impressive score of 6-0, followed by another emphatic win of 6-1 just two days later. This upcoming matchup against Saudi Arabia promises to provide a different challenge and will allow coach Hicham Dguig to further refine his preparations.
Both teams are quite familiar with each other, having faced off in the Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh in November 2025. In that thrilling semi-final match, Morocco eliminated Saudi Arabia with a dramatic 6-3 victory after extra time, with the score tied at 3-3 at the end of regulation. This history adds an intriguing layer to their upcoming encounters.
As reported by lopinion.ma.
