Walid Regragui to reveal Morocco squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers and friendly

Morocco head coach Walid Regragui will announce his squad for upcoming fixtures during a press conference next Thursday.

The announcement will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, confirmed the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).

Regragui will present the list of players selected for Morocco’s friendly against Bahrain and the African World Cup qualifier against Congo.

The friendly against Bahrain is scheduled for October 9 at 8:00 p.m. local time at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

Morocco will host Congo on October 14 at the same stadium, completing the final round of Group E African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

The Atlas Lions have already secured their 2026 World Cup spot after a 5-0 victory over Niger in the seventh round.

Morocco currently leads Group E, demonstrating consistent performance across the African qualifying campaign under Regragui’s leadership.

Fans and media expect the squad announcement to include key players who contributed to the 5-0 win against Niger.

Regragui has managed Morocco’s national team with a focus on both tactical discipline and attacking versatility throughout the qualifiers.

The press conference will allow journalists to ask questions about player selections and the team’s preparation ahead of both fixtures.

Regragui has emphasized team cohesion and physical readiness as crucial factors for success in the friendly and qualifier matches.

The Morocco squad announcement comes amid increasing anticipation for the team’s performance on the continental and global stages.

Observers expect Regragui to balance experienced internationals with emerging talent, ensuring squad depth and flexibility for upcoming games.

Bahrain will provide Morocco with an opportunity to test tactical formations and evaluate players before the crucial Congo encounter.

The Congo match will decide final positions within Group E, although Morocco has already qualified, aiming to maintain momentum and form.

Regragui’s approach has highlighted strong defensive organization, rapid transitions, and effective attacking combinations as team hallmarks.

Media outlets will cover the press conference live, providing updates on squad selections, injury news, and tactical insights.

The Atlas Lions’ preparation reflects ambitions to perform strongly at the 2026 World Cup while maintaining supremacy in African qualifiers.

Players returning from injury and new call-ups may feature prominently, offering Regragui additional options for team selection.

The squad announcement will set the stage for both matches, allowing Morocco to continue its successful run ahead of international competitions.