Morocco's Full 2026 World Cup Squad List
The Squad at a Glance
Coach Mohamed Ouahbi named a 26-man Morocco squad for the 2026 World Cup, made up of three goalkeepers, eight defenders, seven midfielders and eight forwards. The selection blends seasoned World Cup veterans with talent from Ouahbi's U-20 World Cup-winning generation.
Captained by PSG's Achraf Hakimi and anchored by Al Hilal goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, the squad balances big-tournament experience with the energy of younger players, reflecting Ouahbi's mix of pragmatism and ambition.
Goalkeepers and Defenders
In goal, Ouahbi selected Yassine Bounou (Al Hilal), Munir El Kajoui (RS Berkane) and Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti (AS FAR), with Bono the clear first choice after his Best Goalkeeper award at the 2025 AFCON.
The eight defenders include captain Achraf Hakimi (PSG), Noussair Mazraoui, Chadi Riad, Zakaria El Ouahdi, Anass Salah-Eddine, Issa Diop and other options, giving Ouahbi flexibility across the back line. Hakimi's attacking full-back play is central to the team's shape.
Midfielders and Forwards
The seven midfielders feature Sofyan Amrabat (Real Betis) as the defensive anchor, Azzedine Ounahi (Girona) for creativity and progression, and the young playmaker Bilal El Khannouss (VfB Stuttgart), alongside emerging names from Ouahbi's youth project.
Up front, the eight forwards include AFCON-era goal threats such as Ayoub El Kaabi and Soufiane Rahimi, plus Brahim Diaz and rising attackers. The depth in attack was so strong that talents like Eliesse Ben Seghir missed the cut entirely.
Notable Omissions and the Road Ahead
Several familiar and exciting names were left out, including young attackers Eliesse Ben Seghir, Amine Adli and Ilias Akhomach, as well as veteran Sofiane Boufal despite his return to training in May 2026. The choices sparked debate but underline Morocco's strength in depth.
Drawn in Group C with Brazil, Haiti and Scotland, Morocco progressed to the Round of 32, where they play on 29 June 2026 in Monterrey. With this squad, Ouahbi hopes to match or surpass the historic 2022 semi-final run.
Frequently asked
Who selected Morocco's 2026 World Cup squad?
Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi named the 26-man squad in May 2026 for the 2026 World Cup.
How is Morocco's 26-man squad broken down by position?
It contains three goalkeepers, eight defenders, seven midfielders and eight forwards.
Which notable players were left out of the squad?
Young attackers Eliesse Ben Seghir, Amine Adli and Ilias Akhomach were omitted, as was veteran Sofiane Boufal.