Moroccan National Team A’. Credit: FRMF
The Morocco A’ national football team heads into the Arab Cup Qatar 2025scheduled from December 1 to 18—with the clear ambition of clinching its second trophy and reinforcing the nation’s growing influence on the regional, continental, and global football stage.
Entering the tournament as one of the strong favorites, the Atlas Lions benefit from a squad that blends CHAN-winning talent with rising stars from top Arab leagues and experienced players shaped in European competition. Their objective is clear: confirm Morocco’s footballing momentum and further strengthen its reputation in international competitions.
For the full calendar and match details, see the Morocco Arab Cup 2025 Match Schedule.
A Strong and Balanced Squad
The Moroccan lineup features several standouts who have excelled with their clubs and in recent national team friendlies. Key players include:
- Amine Zouhzouh (25) — Forward at Al Wakrah (Qatar)
- Oualid Azarou (30) — Striker, Ajman Club (UAE)
- Anas Bach (27) — Midfielder, AS FAR
The squad also boasts seasoned professionals with experience in European and Arab championships:
- Abderrazak Hamed Allah (34) — Al Shabab (Saudi Arabia), 2022 World Cup semifinalist
- Tarik Tissoudali (32) — Khor Fakkan (UAE)
- Achraf Bencharki (29) — Al Ahly (Egypt)
This combination of youthful energy and veteran leadership positions Morocco as one of the teams to watch in Qatar.
Morocco’s Full Squad for the Arab Cup Qatar 2025
Head coach Tarik Sektioui has unveiled the final list of 26 players selected to represent Morocco A’ at the Arab Cup 2025.
🧤 Goalkeepers
- Salaheddine Chihab (Maghreb Fès)
- Mehdi Benabid (Wydad Casablanca)
- Rachid Ghanimi (FUS Rabat)
🛡️ Defenders
- Hamza El Moussaoui (RS Berkane)
- Marouane Louadni (AS FAR)
- Anas Bach (AS FAR)
- Mohamed Boulacsout (Raja Casablanca)
- Mohamed Moufid (Wydad Casablanca)
- Marwan Saadane (Al Fateh, Saudi Arabia)
- Soufiane Bouftini (Al Wasl, UAE)
- Mahmoud Bentayg (Zamalek, Egypt)
⚙️ Midfielders
- Ayoub Khairi (RS Berkane)
- Khalid Ait Ouarkhane (AS FAR)
- Mohamed Rabie Hrimat (AS FAR)
- Sabir Bougrine (Raja Casablanca)
- Achraf El Mahdioui (Al Taawoun, Saudi Arabia)
- Oussama Tannane (Umm Salal, Qatar)
- Amine Zouhzouh (Al Wakrah, Qatar)
- Walid El Karti (Pyramids, Egypt)
⚽ Forwards
- Oualid Azarou (Ajman Club, UAE)
- Hamza Hannouri (Wydad Casablanca)
- Abderrazak Hamed Allah (Al Shabab, Saudi Arabia)
- Karim El Berkaoui (Al Dhafra, UAE)
- Walid Azaro (Ajman Club, UAE)
- Tarik Tissoudali (Khor Fakkan, UAE)
- Achraf Bencharki (Al Ahly, Egypt)
Tarik Sektioui: The Architect of Success
Head coach Tarik Sektioui brings a remarkable track record and modern tactical approach. Known for blending a solid defensive structure with sharp attacking transitions, he has amassed an impressive list of achievements:
- 2020 CAF Confederation Cup champion with RS Berkane
- Bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
- 2025 CHAN champion
Sektioui stated during the squad announcement press conference that the team will travel to Qatar with a single goal: win the title.
“Our first objective is to get through the group stage. After that, it’s match by match,” he emphasized.
A Challenging Tournament Ahead
The Moroccan team faces a tough competition field, including several nations that have qualified for the next World Cup. Sektioui acknowledged the difficulty of the challenge but affirmed that the Atlas Lions are fully committed to delivering a strong performance.
As always, Morocco can count on its loyal supporters—whether residing in Qatar or traveling from Morocco and across the diaspora. Their passionate presence has made a difference in previous tournaments, including the recent U17 World Cup.
Morocco’s Group Stage Fixtures
Morocco begins its Arab Cup campaign with three challenging group-stage matches:
- December 2 — Morocco vs. Comoros
- December 5 — Morocco vs. Oman
- December 8 — Morocco vs. Saudi Arabia
The Arab Cup Qatar 2025 will bring together 16 teams from the AFC and CAF. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage.
Morocco Aiming High
With a powerful squad, experienced coaching, and a strong fan base, Morocco enters the competition with legitimate ambitions. The goal is not only to secure a second Arab Cup title but also to continue the country’s upward trajectory in international football.
If the momentum of recent years is any indication, Morocco will once again be a central contender in Qatar.
