Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has announced a 26-man squad for the Atlas Lions’ upcoming November fixtures in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 qualifying campaign.
The squad features a strong blend of experienced internationals and emerging talents, with Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi and Manchester United full-back Noussair Mazraoui among the headline names.
Experienced centre-back Nayef Aguerd also retains his place, while Issa Diop is among the notable inclusions in the defensive department as Ouahbi looks to strengthen his options ahead of the qualifiers.
In midfield, Manchester City’s highly rated youngster Ayyoub Bouaddi earns a place alongside Neil El Aynaoui, Bilal El Khannouss, Reda Belahyane and Oussama Targhalline.
Real Madrid playmaker Brahim Díaz and experienced striker Youssef En-Nesyri headline the attacking department, with Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Yassir Zabiri and Ayoub Oufkir providing additional attacking options.
Morocco’s 26-Man Squad
Goalkeepers: Yassine Bounou, Munir El Kajoui, Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti, Alaa Bellaarouch.
Defenders: Noussair Mazraoui, Anass Salah-Eddine, Souffian El Karouani, Nayef Aguerd, Redouane Halhal, Issa Diop, Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal, Achraf Hakimi, Ali Maamar.
Midfielders: Ayyoub Bouaddi, Neil El Aynaoui, Oussama Targhalline, Bilal El Khannouss, Reda Belahyane, Amine Sbaï, Abdellah Ouazane.
Forwards: Brahim Díaz, Yassine Gessime, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Ayoub Oufkir, Yassir Zabiri, Youssef En-Nesyri.
The inclusion of several promising youngsters underlines Morocco’s continued commitment to building depth while maintaining the experience and quality of their established international stars.
The Atlas Lions will be aiming to maintain their strong standing in African football as they continue their pursuit of qualification for the 2027 AFCON tournament.
