The Atlas Lions were forced to adjust their roster after injuries ruled out defender Nayef Aguerd and winger Abdesamad Ezzalzouli. FIFA approved the inclusion of Marwane Saadane and Amine Sbai as replacements on June 10, 2026.
The updated squad combines experienced international stars, emerging talents, and players who helped Morocco establish itself among the world’s elite football nations following the historic 2022 World Cup campaign.
Late FIFA-Approved Changes Ahead of the Tournament
FIFA officially approved two player replacements for Morocco’s World Cup squad on June 10, 2026.
- Nayef Aguerd was replaced by Marwane Saadane of Al Fateh SC.
- Abdesamad Ezzalzouli was replaced by Amine Sbai of Angers SCO.
The changes ensure Morocco enters the tournament with a complete 26-player squad while maintaining depth across defense and attack.
A Squad Built for Ambition
Mohamed Ouahbi has selected a balanced group capable of competing with the strongest nations in world football.
The squad reflects continuity from Morocco’s recent success while integrating several exciting young players who represent the future of the national team.
With experience, technical quality, athleticism, and tactical versatility, the Atlas Lions hope to challenge for another historic World Cup run.
Yassine Bounou Leads the Goalkeeping Unit
Veteran goalkeeper Yassine Bounou remains one of the pillars of the Moroccan national team.
After his outstanding performances at Qatar 2022, the Al Hilal star is expected to once again play a crucial role for the Atlas Lions.
Morocco Goalkeepers
- Yassine Bounou (Al Hilal)
- Munir El Kajoui (RS Berkane)
- Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti (AS FAR)
Defensive Stability Around Hakimi and Mazraoui
Although Morocco lost Nayef Aguerd to injury, the defensive department still features considerable international experience.
Achraf Hakimi remains the team’s undisputed leader in defense, while Noussair Mazraoui, Issa Diop, and newcomer Marwane Saadane add valuable depth.
Morocco Defenders
- Marwane Saadane (Al Fateh SC)
- Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain)
- Noussair Mazraoui (Manchester United)
- Anass Salah-Eddine (PSV Eindhoven)
- Zakaria El Ouahdi (Genk)
- Radouane Halhal (KV Mechelen)
- Chadi Riad (Crystal Palace)
- Issa Diop (Fulham)
- Youssef Bellammari (Al Ahly)
A Midfield Packed With Talent
The midfield remains one of Morocco’s strongest areas, blending experience and youthful creativity.
Sofyan Amrabat and Azzedine Ounahi provide leadership and tactical intelligence, while highly-rated youngsters such as Ayyoub Bouaddi and Neil El Aynaoui add dynamism and technical quality.
Morocco Midfielders
- Neil El Aynaoui (AS Roma)
- Ayyoub Bouaddi (LOSC Lille)
- Samir El Mourabet (Strasbourg)
- Sofyan Amrabat (Real Betis)
- Azzedine Ounahi (Girona FC)
- Bilal El Khannouss (VfB Stuttgart)
- Ismael Saibari (PSV Eindhoven)
Brahim Diaz Headlines Morocco’s Attack
The attacking unit contains some of Morocco’s most exciting talents.
Brahim Diaz is expected to serve as the creative engine behind the forward line, while Ayoub El Kaabi and Soufiane Rahimi offer proven goalscoring ability.
The inclusion of Amine Sbai provides additional pace and versatility after the injury withdrawal of Abdesamad Ezzalzouli.
Morocco Forwards
- Ayoub El Kaabi (Olympiacos)
- Brahim Diaz (Real Madrid)
- Soufiane Rahimi (Al Ain)
- Chemsedine Talbi (Sunderland)
- Yassine Gessime (Strasbourg)
- Amine Sbai (Angers SCO)
- Ayoube Amaimouni-Echghouyab (Eintracht Frankfurt)
Morocco Final 26-Man World Cup 2026 Squad
Goalkeepers
- Yassine Bounou
- Munir El Kajoui
- Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
Defenders
- Marwane Saadane
- Achraf Hakimi
- Noussair Mazraoui
- Anass Salah-Eddine
- Zakaria El Ouahdi
- Radouane Halhal
- Chadi Riad
- Issa Diop
- Youssef Bellammari
Midfielders
- Neil El Aynaoui
- Ayyoub Bouaddi
- Samir El Mourabet
- Sofyan Amrabat
- Azzedine Ounahi
- Bilal El Khannouss
- Ismael Saibari
Forwards
- Ayoub El Kaabi
- Brahim Diaz
- Soufiane Rahimi
- Chemsedine Talbi
- Yassine Gessime
- Amine Sbai
- Ayoube Amaimouni-Echghouyab
Morocco’s Group at FIFA World Cup 2026
Morocco will compete in Group C and faces one of the most intriguing groups of the tournament.
- Brazil — June 13 at MetLife Stadium
- Scotland — June 19 in Boston
- Haiti — June 24 in Atlanta
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins on June 11 and concludes on July 19 with the final at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Can Morocco Make History Again?
After becoming the first African and Arab nation to reach a World Cup semi-final in 2022, expectations are once again enormous.
With a talented squad, growing international experience, and a generation of players competing at the highest levels of European football, Morocco enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 with legitimate ambitions of making another deep run.
The Atlas Lions have already changed football history once. Now they aim to do it again on North American soil.
