The Atlas Lions of Morocco are set to host the Panthers of Gabon in a friendly on March 5, and there might be some surprises in store for the squad selected by interim coach Hassen Benabicha. According to reports from France Football, Rachid Alioui, who has been performing impressively in recent weeks with Guingamp, could receive his first call-up to the Atlas Lions squad. Additionally, it’s understood that Aatif Chahechouhe, currently the top scorer in the Turkish championship with Sivasspor, might also earn his maiden appearance for the national team.
The anticipated returns of Marouane Chamakh and Adel Taarabt are also on the radar. However, Younès Belhanda and Abdelaziz Barrada could potentially be spared from selection for this particular match.