Morocco has reached the highest FIFA ranking in its history, climbing to 6th place globally during the FIFA World Cup 2026 after Portugal dropped points against DR Congo.

Morocco is on the verge of achieving the highest FIFA World Ranking ever reached by an African or Arab nation. Surprisingly, the Atlas Lions could move into sixth place without even playing, depending on the result of Egypt's friendly match against Brazil.

Moroccan national team, Photo credit: FRMF  Morocco increases its expectations ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw.As the football world awaits the 2026 FIFA World Cup group draw, scheduled for 5 December in Washington, Morocco approaches the event with renewed confidence and elevated ambitions. ...