King Mohammed VI of Morocco sent a message of congratulations to King Felipe VI of Spain following the Spanish national football team's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The message, reported by the official Moroccan news agency MAP, expressed warm congratulations on the great sporting achievement.
In his message, the King conveyed his heartfelt congratulations to the Spanish sovereign and, through him, to the friendly Spanish people. He noted that this victory confirms the strong presence of Spanish football on the international stage.
The Spanish team defeated Brazil 3-1 in the final held on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. This marks Spain's second World Cup title, following their 2010 win in South Africa.
The congratulatory message underscores the close ties between Morocco and Spain, which share strong diplomatic and economic relations. The two countries also co-hosted the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Portugal.
