Morocco honour Yassine Bounou after reaching 100 international appearances

Eric Kwafo November 13, 2026

Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou has received a special tribute after making his 100th appearance for the national team, marking a significant milestone in his international career.

The 35-year-old was recognised for his contribution to the Atlas Lions, having established himself as one of the country’s key players since making his international debut in 2013.

Bounou’s role in Morocco’s historic World Cup campaign

Bounou has represented Morocco at three FIFA World Cups, in 2018, 2022 and 2026, as well as several Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments.

His most memorable achievement came at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where Morocco became the first African and Arab nation to reach the semi-finals.

The goalkeeper played an important role in that campaign, helping Morocco keep clean sheets against Croatia, Belgium and Spain during the group stage and knockout rounds.

His performance against Spain in the Round of 16 was particularly memorable. After a goalless draw, Bounou made two saves in the penalty shootout as Morocco won 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals.

The Atlas Lions went on to beat Portugal 1-0 to secure a place in the semi-finals, where they lost to France. They eventually finished fourth after losing to Croatia in the third-place match.

A decade of service to the Atlas Lions

Bounou also featured at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, where Morocco were eliminated in the group stage.

At continental level, he helped the national team reach the AFCON quarter-finals in 2017 and 2021. He was also part of the squad during the 2023 edition in Ivory Coast, where Morocco exited in the Round of 16.

Morocco’s AFCON 2025 triumph, officially awarded to the national team following a CAF Appeal Board decision in March 2026, added another major achievement to the country’s recent football history.

The 100-appearance milestone recognises Bounou’s long service to Morocco and his contribution to some of the most significant moments in the national team’s history.