Morocco to Face Mali After Ghana Withdraws
On September 30, 2026, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) made an important announcement regarding the national team's upcoming friendly match. Originally scheduled to play against Ghana on October 6, the match has been altered, with Morocco now set to compete against Mali instead. This change comes as the Ghanaian team, known as the Black Stars, withdrew from the match due to internal reasons, leaving the Moroccan side to seek a new opponent.
The match against Mali will take place on October 4, 2026, at the Grand Stadium in Tangier, starting at 18:00. The FRMF's decision to face Mali was influenced by the fact that the Malian team, the Eagles, found themselves in a similar predicament, having also seen their match against Tunisia canceled. The Tunisian Football Federation announced their withdrawal without providing a detailed explanation but expressed regret over the cancellation while thanking the Malian federation for their understanding.
This upcoming friendly match in Tangier promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams have shown strong performances recently. Morocco and Mali are among the eight teams that have achieved perfect records in the initial rounds of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). This friendly match therefore serves as an excellent opportunity for both teams to maintain their momentum and prepare for the challenges ahead in the international arena.
As reported by ouest-france.fr.
