According to reports from Moroccan sports media, six of the 16 clubs in Morocco's Botola Pro will be led by Portuguese head coaches for the 2026-27 season. This marks a significant increase in Portuguese influence in the league.
The coaches include Paulo Sérgio, who has been appointed at Wydad Casablanca, and other Portuguese tacticians taking charge at clubs such as Raja Casablanca, FAR Rabat, and others. The exact list of all six coaches and their clubs has been reported by outlets like Le360 Sport and Hespress.
This trend reflects a growing connection between Moroccan and Portuguese football, with Portuguese coaches bringing experience from European leagues. The Botola Pro has seen increasing foreign investment and technical expertise in recent years.
