Morocco players celebrate Achraf Hakimi’s FIFPRO World XI selection ahead of Niger qualifiers

Morocco’s national team players celebrated Achraf Hakimi after the defender was named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men’s World 11 during a training session on Tuesday.

The players marked the achievement in a special way at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maamoura, expressing their joy at seeing their captain recognised among the world’s best footballers.

Hakimi was the only African and Arab player included in the final selection of 11 players for the 2026 team.

Morocco prepare for Niger double-header

The celebration took place during Morocco’s second training session on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, as the team continued preparations for their upcoming matches against Niger.

The sessions form part of the national team’s preparations for the third and fourth rounds of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Morocco will be hoping to maintain their preparations and secure positive results in the two encounters.