Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses to face Congo in Olympic qualifiers

Morocco women’s national football team are set to face Congo women’s national football team in the second round of the African qualifiers for the 2028 Summer Olympics.

The draw, conducted at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football in Cairo, confirmed the fixture as Morocco begin their qualification journey.

Two-Legged Tie in October

The Atlas Lionesses will contest the tie over two legs, scheduled between October 5 and October 13. Morocco enters the qualifiers at this stage after receiving a bye from the opening round, thanks to their strong continental ranking.

Chance to Make History

The upcoming clash represents a key moment for Morocco as they aim to make a historic first appearance at the Olympic Games. After narrowly missing out on qualification for the 2024 Summer Olympics, the team is determined to seize this opportunity.

Growing Ambitions in Women’s Football

With women’s football continuing to grow in Morocco, expectations are rising. The Atlas Lionesses will be looking to build on recent progress and deliver a strong performance against Congo to keep their Olympic dream alive.