Morocco’s national team is back in action, with coach Walid Regragui revealing his squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Zambia and the Republic of Congo.
This comes just a few months after March’s friendly matches and following fans’ criticism of the team’s performance.
Regragui has opted for a core group he’s been building since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations while integrating Brahim Diaz and Eliesse Ben Seghir, who featured in the previous gathering.
A notable return is Romain Saiss, who missed the friendlies. Regragui emphasized his trust in Saiss’ leadership and experience, calling his return “natural” and deserved.
A surprise addition is Oussama Targhalline, a promising 22-year-old midfielder from Le Havre in Ligue 1. Regragui spoke highly of Targhalline, calling him “one of the best players of his generation” and expressed hope for his continued development.
Regragui addressed the fitness of Nayef Aguerd and Azzedine Ounahi, who are working to regain form and reassured fans that both players will be ready for the qualifiers.
The coach also highlighted the players’ commitment, stating their willingness to join the team despite a shorter preparation time due to club commitments. He emphasized their motivation to erase the disappointment of the 2023 AFCON and focus on World Cup qualification, a “priority” for the team.
Morocco will face Zambia on June 7th at 8:00 PM at the Grand Stade d’Agadir, followed by a clash against Congo Brazzaville on June 11th at 5:00 PM at the Martyrs Stadium in Kinshasa.
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