Oman Football Association Officially Names Tarek Skitoui as Head Coach
On March 22, 2026, the Oman Football Association made a significant announcement regarding the future of its national football team. The association has officially appointed Moroccan coach Tarek Skitoui to lead the national squad, succeeding Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, whose contract was mutually terminated. The decision comes as a strategic move in preparation for upcoming international competitions.
In a statement released by the association, they expressed: "The Oman Football Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Tarek Skitoui as the head coach of the national team for the forthcoming stages, as we gear up for future challenges." Skitoui, a former player for the Moroccan club Maghreb de Fes and a member of the Moroccan youth national team, has emerged as one of the most distinguished coaches in Morocco, having achieved remarkable successes with various national teams.
Under Skitoui's leadership, the Moroccan Olympic team secured a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and he led the Moroccan local team to victory in the Africa Cup of Nations 2024. Furthermore, he was instrumental in guiding Morocco to triumph in the Arab Cup 2025, showcasing his capability to deliver outstanding results on the international stage.
As reported by presstetouan.com.
