Morocco's World Cup 2026 squad has a remarkable story: Amine Sbaï, a 25-year-old winger, has been called up by coach Mohamed Ouahbi to replace the injured Abde Ezzalzouli. Sbaï was without a club at the time of his call-up, having left Angers SCO after his contract expired.
The call-up came as a surprise to many, as Sbaï had been a free agent since the end of the 2025-26 season. He previously played for Angers in Ligue 1, making 12 appearances and scoring 1 goal in the 2025-26 campaign. His last match was on May 16, 2026, a 2-1 loss to Lyon.
Morocco's World Cup campaign begins on June 18, 2026, against Croatia in Group F. Sbaï's inclusion adds depth to the squad, which also features stars like Achraf Hakimi and Hakim Ziyech. The team hopes to replicate their historic 2022 semifinal run.
Sbaï's journey from free agency to the World Cup is unprecedented in modern football. He now has a chance to make his international debut on the biggest stage.
