Morocco's football federation has appointed a new head coach, who has announced his first squad including star players Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Diaz. The squad also features five players from France's Ligue 1, reflecting the strong ties between Moroccan football and the French league.
The new coach, whose name was confirmed by the federation, aims to build on Morocco's recent World Cup success. The team reached the semifinals in 2022, a historic achievement for an African nation.
Hakimi, a key defender for Paris Saint-Germain, and Diaz, a Real Madrid midfielder who recently switched allegiance to Morocco, are expected to lead the team in upcoming qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
