Niger arrive in Morocco to begin preparations for 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Atlas Lions

Niger’s national team have arrived in Casablanca ahead of their two encounters against Morocco in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

The first batch of the Nigerien delegation landed at Mohammed V International Airport early on Sunday, November 8, 2026, as preparations begin for the third and fourth rounds of the qualifying campaign.

The team, led by Algerian coach Nabil Neghiz, will face the Atlas Lions on November 13 in Casablanca before the two sides meet again on November 17 in Rabat.

Neghiz leads Niger delegation to Casablanca

The delegation, which includes members of the technical staff and locally based players called up for the fixtures, settled into a hotel in the heart of Casablanca following their arrival.

Abdelkader Yakuba, who plays for Niger Police Club (AS Police), is expected to join the squad later.

The midfielder was away with his club over the weekend for a Premier League fixture in Deva.

Niger begin training ahead of Morocco double-header

Neghiz’s players are scheduled to begin their training camp on Sunday evening at 18:00 local time in Morocco.

The opening training session will mark the start of their preparations as they work towards the two important qualifying matches against Morocco.

Niger will be looking to prepare thoroughly for the challenge of facing the Atlas Lions twice within four days as both sides continue their campaigns for a place at the 2027 AFCON.