As the Atlas Lions of Morocco gear up for their first international outing since the conclusion of AFCON 2023, Coach Walid Regragui is poised to implement a strategic reshuffle within the squad. Anticipated changes will notably exclude certain key players, signaling a shift in the team dynamics.
Scheduled for March, the upcoming FIFA Days will witness a fresh lineup for Morocco, deviating from the roster that competed in the recent tournament in Ivory Coast.
While the goalkeeper position remains unaffected, significant adjustments are on the horizon.
Among the prominent names expected to be absent during the next international break are Hakim Ziyech and Sofiane Boufal.
Both integral components of the Moroccan squad during AFCON 2023, Ziyech and Boufal sustained injuries, prompting their omission as they diligently work on their physical recovery to swiftly rejoin the team.
In addition to Ziyech and Boufal, Yunis Abdelhamid, the seasoned central defender at 36, is likely to make way for newer talents, suggesting a potential shift towards international retirement with the Atlas Lions.
Tarik Tissoudali and Mohamed Chibi, whose contributions to the team have been less impactful, face uncertainty regarding their inclusion in the upcoming squad.
Speculations abound that Coach Walid Regragui aims to capitalize on the forthcoming friendly matches to experiment with alternative players, necessitating the exclusion of certain existing team members.
The friendly fixtures against Angola on March 22 and Mauritania on March 26 will serve as the testing ground for emerging talents. Both matches are scheduled to take place in Agadir, Morocco, fostering an environment conducive to the exploration of fresh strategies and player combinations.
