CAF · Group C
Morocco at FIFA World Cup 2026
Morocco qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the first 48-team edition, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Group C opponents
Morocco plays the following three teams in the group stage. Top 2 advance to the Round of 32; the 3rd-placed team can still advance via the best-3rd-placed playoff route (8 of 12 third-placed teams qualify).
Morocco fixtures
Morocco in the tournament
Morocco arrives at the 2026 World Cup ranked #14 in the FIFA World Ranking with a tournament strength rating of 80/100. CAF (Africa) sends 9 teams, up from 5 in the previous edition. Morocco reached the semifinals in 2022.
The 48-team format puts Morocco in Group C with Brazil, Haiti, Scotland. On FIFA ranking alone, the group averages #35, with Morocco in the middle of the pack. Top 2 advance automatically; the best 3rd-placed teams (8 of 12) also qualify for the Round of 32.
Morocco squad for World Cup 2026
Announced May 26, 2026 · 26 players · Head coach: Mohamed Ouahbi
Morocco return four years after their historic 2022 semi-final run -- the first African nation to reach a World Cup semi. Achraf Hakimi (PSG) captains; Sofyan Amrabat anchors midfield; Brahim Diaz (Real Madrid) gives Morocco genuine attacking depth alongside Ayoub El Kaabi.
Goalkeepers3
- Yassine Bounou(Al Hilal)
- Munir Mohamedi(RS Berkane)
- Ahmed Tagnaouti(Royal Armed Forces)
Defenders9
- Noussair Mazraoui(Manchester United)
- Anass Salah-Eddine(PSV Eindhoven)
- Youssef Belammari(Al Ahly)
- Nayef Aguerd(Marseille)
- Chadi Riad(Crystal Palace)
- Issa Diop(West Ham United)
- Redouane Halhal(KV Mechelen)
- Achraf HakimiCaptain(Paris Saint-Germain)
- Zakaria El Ouahdi(Genk)
Midfielders7
- Samir El Mourabet(Strasbourg)
- Ayyoub Bouaddi(Lille)
- Neil El Aynaoui(Roma)
- Sofyan Amrabat(Real Betis)
- Azzedine Ounahi(Girona)
- Bilal El Khannouss(Stuttgart)
- Ismael Saibari(PSV Eindhoven)
Forwards7
- Abdessamad Ezzalzouli(Real Betis)
- Chemsdine Talbi(Sunderland)
- Soufiane Rahimi(Al Ain)
- Ayoub El Kaabi(Olympiacos)
- Brahim Diaz(Real Madrid)
- Yassine Gessime(Strasbourg)
- Ayoub Amaimouni-Echghouyabe(Eintracht Frankfurt)
Sources: Sky Sports. Squads may change due to injury or disciplinary action before the tournament.
Morocco analysis
Frequently asked questions about Morocco
When does Morocco play at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Morocco plays 3 scheduled group-stage matches starting June 13, 2026. The opener is against BRA. See the full fixtures list below for every kickoff time and venue.
What group is Morocco in at the World Cup 2026?
Morocco is in Group C alongside Brazil, Haiti, Scotland. The top two from each group advance to the Round of 32, plus the 8 best 3rd-placed teams across all 12 groups.
What is Morocco's FIFA ranking?
Morocco entered the FIFA World Cup 2026 ranked #14 in the FIFA World Ranking. This places them in the top 25 globally. Rankings update through the qualification cycle.
Can Morocco win the World Cup 2026?
Morocco's pre-tournament strength rating is 80/100, derived from FIFA ranking, recent form, and squad depth. They are realistic dark horses capable of reaching the latter rounds. Try them in the bracket predictor to test your scenario.