Five dedicated Moroccan football fans have embarked on an epic journey across the United States to follow the Atlas Lions in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The group, whose names have not been publicly disclosed, started their trip in Chicago and plan to attend matches in New York, Boston, and Atlanta, covering thousands of miles to support their national team.
According to verified reports, the fans are part of a larger wave of Moroccan supporters traveling to the US for the tournament, which is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The 2026 World Cup, which began on June 11, 2026, features 48 teams, including Morocco, which qualified after a strong performance in the 2022 tournament where they reached the semifinals.
The fans' itinerary includes stops in major host cities: Chicago (which hosted group stage matches at Soldier Field), New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium), Boston (Gillette Stadium), and Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium). The group has been documenting their journey on social media, sharing their experiences with fellow supporters back in Morocco.
Morocco's matches in the tournament have drawn significant attention, with the team aiming to replicate or exceed their historic 2022 run. The fans' cross-country trek highlights the global passion for football and the lengths supporters will go to cheer for their team.
