Morocco
Walid Regragui
MAWalid Regragui (also spelled Hoalid or Oualid; Arabic: وليد الركراكي; born 23 September 1975) is a Moroccan professional football manager and former player who was most recently the head coach of the Morocco national team. As a coach, he made history at the international level when he led Morocco to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first national team from Africa and the Arab world to reach this stage.
- 2022 FIFA World Cup Semi-finals (historic)
- 2024 AFCON Third Place
- Led Morocco to 2026 World Cup qualification
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23 The goalkeeper who helped Morocco reach the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. Currently plying his trade at Al-Hilal, a commanding presence between the posts, Yassine Bounou is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Morocco. Has earned 60 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1991, the 35-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Morocco's backup goalkeeper and a member of the 2022 World Cup squad. Currently plying his trade at RS Berkane, a commanding presence between the posts, Munir El Kajoui is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Morocco. Has earned 20 international caps. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
GK Morocco's third-choice goalkeeper with promising potential. Currently plying his trade at Espérance Tunis, a commanding presence between the posts, Yassine Kechta is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Morocco. Has earned 2 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF PSG right-back and Morocco's marquee player. Currently plying his trade at Paris Saint-Germain, a dependable defender, Achraf Hakimi combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 80 international caps, scoring 10 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Manchester United right-back and a versatile defender for Morocco. Currently plying his trade at Manchester United, a dependable defender, Noussair Mazraoui combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF West Ham centre-back and a key part of Morocco's 2022 World Cup defence. Currently plying his trade at Real Sociedad, a dependable defender, Nayef Aguerd combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 4 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Morocco's captain and a key defender during their 2022 World Cup run. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shabab, a dependable defender, Romain Saïss combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 80 international caps, scoring 5 goals, building significant international experience. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Morocco defender who has performed well in the domestic league. Currently plying his trade at USM Alger, a dependable defender, Youssef Belammari combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Valladolid centre-back and an experienced option in Morocco's defence. Currently plying his trade at Real Valladolid, a dependable defender, Jawad El Yamiq combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Born in 1992, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Morocco's left-back and a member of the 2022 World Cup squad. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shabab, a dependable defender, Adam Masina combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Morocco's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Morocco's midfield engine during their 2022 World Cup run. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, an industrious midfielder, Sofyan Amrabat excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 1 goal, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Marseille midfielder who was one of Morocco's standout players at the 2022 World Cup. Currently plying his trade at Marseille, an industrious midfielder, Azzedine Ounahi excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Real Madrid midfielder who chose to represent Morocco internationally. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, an industrious midfielder, Brahim Díaz excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Morocco midfielder who previously played for Standard Liège. Currently plying his trade at Real Valladolid, an industrious midfielder, Selim Amallah excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Leicester City midfielder and one of Morocco's most talented young players. Currently plying his trade at Leicester City, an industrious midfielder, Bilal El Khannouss excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Born in 2004, the 22-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF QPR midfielder and a creative player for Morocco. Currently plying his trade at Qatari club, an industrious midfielder, Ilias Chair excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Morocco midfielder who scored a free kick against Belgium at the 2022 World Cup. Currently plying his trade at Fiorentina, an industrious midfielder, Abdelhamid Sabiri excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Morocco. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Morocco's creative force and a technically gifted winger. Currently plying his trade at Galatasaray, a clinical forward, Hakim Ziyech possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 20 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Roma striker who scored the winning goal against Portugal in the 2022 World Cup quarter-final. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, a clinical forward, Youssef En-Nesyri possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 60 international caps, scoring 20 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
Technically gifted Morocco winger who shone at the 2022 World Cup. Currently plying his trade at Al-Rayyan, a clinical forward, Sofiane Boufal possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Real Betis winger and part of Morocco's new attacking generation. Currently plying his trade at Real Betis, a clinical forward, Abde Ezzalzouli possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Toulouse forward and a squad option for Morocco's attack. Currently plying his trade at Toulouse, a clinical forward, Zakaria Aboukhlal possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Monaco winger and one of Morocco's youngest and most exciting talents. Currently plying his trade at Monaco, a clinical forward, Eliesse Ben Seghir possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Morocco's primary attacking threat. Has earned 8 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Born in 2005, the 21-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.