Morocco Sets Up Warm-Up Matches Ahead of World Cup
Morocco’s football federation has officially announced plans for their national team to engage in three preparatory matches before the upcoming World Cup. This initiative aims to provide the new head coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, with essential game time to better assess and integrate his squad.
New Leadership Following Previous Coach’s Resignation
Mohamed Ouahbi was appointed as the team’s head coach in March, stepping in after the resignation of Walid Regragui. His tenure has seen him oversee just two matches so far: a draw with Ecuador and a subsequent victory over Paraguay. These matches have laid the groundwork for the team’s strategy as they gear up for the World Cup.
Details of Upcoming Warm-Up Matches
The Moroccan team will first face Burundi in a closed-door friendly on May 26 at their training facility in Sale. This will be followed by a second match against Madagascar on June 2 in Rabat, where fans will have the opportunity to support the team in person.
Final Preparations in the United States
After arriving in the United States, where their training camp will be located in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, Morocco will complete their warm-up phase with a match against Norway on June 7 in New York. These matches are critical for building team cohesion and evaluating player readiness.
Squad Announcement Timeline
It is anticipated that the Moroccan preparations will commence on May 22, with the official squad announcement scheduled to take place one week later, as reported by sources.
World Cup Group Stage Matches
Morocco is set to compete in Group C of the World Cup, with their first match against Brazil on June 13 in New York. They will follow this with a game against Scotland on June 19 in Boston, and a final group match against Haiti on June 24 in Atlanta. This challenging lineup presents a significant opportunity for the team to showcase their skills on a global stage.
