Morocco women rewarded with $1.56m after historic World Cup qualification

Morocco’s women’s national team are set to receive a financial boost of $1.56m (£1.16m) after qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

According to Moroccan outlet Al Mountakhab, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) will receive the FIFA allocation for Morocco’s qualification for next year’s tournament.

The Atlas Lionesses secured their place at the World Cup after finishing fourth at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, which Morocco hosted.

Morocco among Africa’s World Cup qualifiers

The qualification marks another significant achievement for Morocco’s women’s team, who have established themselves among the leading sides in African football.

It will be their second appearance at the Women’s World Cup, following their historic debut at the 2023 tournament.

The financial reward also gives Moroccan football additional resources to invest in the national team as preparations begin for the global tournament.

Bigger rewards for deeper runs

The FIFA payments increase depending on how far teams progress at the World Cup.

According to Al Mountakhab, reaching the last 16 would increase Morocco’s allocation to $1.87m (MAD 17.33m), while reaching the quarter-finals would take the figure to $2.18m (MAD 20.21m).

A place in the final four would bring even greater financial rewards.

The fourth-placed team would receive $2.455m (MAD 22.76m), while the team finishing third would collect $2.61m (MAD 24.24m).

The runners-up would earn $3.015m (MAD 27.95m), with the eventual world champions receiving $4.29m (MAD 39.78m).

Another milestone for Atlas Lionesses

Morocco’s qualification comes after another strong campaign on home soil and underlines the rapid rise of women’s football in the country.

The financial windfall could provide the FRMF with additional resources for preparations, player development and future international competitions.

With the World Cup in Brazil approaching, the Atlas Lionesses will now look to build on their progress in Africa and make an even greater impact on the global stage.