The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has confirmed a high-profile friendly match for the Atlas Lions as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team will face Portugal on July 12, 2026, at the EstΓ‘dio JosΓ© Alvalade in Lisbon.
This match is a significant part of Morocco's preparation schedule for the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Morocco qualified for the tournament after a strong performance in the CAF qualifiers.
The friendly against Portugal, the 2016 European champion, is seen as a crucial test against top-tier opposition. Morocco's head coach, Tarik Sektioui, is expected to use the match to finalize his squad and tactics ahead of the global tournament.
This will be the first meeting between the two nations since the 2018 World Cup in Russia, where Portugal won 1-0 in the group stage. The FRMF is planning additional preparatory matches, with details to be announced in the coming months.
