The Moroccan Football Federation, under the stewardship of Fawzi Lekjaa, has officially appointed Mohamed Wahbi as the head coach of the senior national team, succeeding Walid Regragui. This significant change follows Regragui’s departure after his unsuccessful bid to secure the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 title with the Atlas Lions.
During a press conference, Lekjaa highlighted Wahbi’s recent accomplishments, noting that he led Morocco’s youth squad to victory in the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. This triumph is seen as a testament to the continuous evolution of Moroccan football, a development attributed to the strategic vision of King Mohammed VI.
Future Prospects and Strategic Vision
Expressing pride in the depth of talent and expertise among Moroccan coaches, Lekjaa pledged full institutional support for Wahbi, emphasizing the collective ambition to sustain and accelerate the national team’s progress on the international stage. The Moroccan side will be under Wahbi’s guidance as they prepare to compete in the forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The group stage draw positioned Morocco in Group C, alongside football powerhouses such as Brazil, along with Haiti and Scotland. This grouping sets the stage for a challenging yet promising campaign as Morocco aims to build upon its recent successes and demonstrate its growing prowess on the world football scene.