Ayoub Bouaddi took advantage of the 2026 World Cup to step up to a new level. The value of the young Moroccan midfielder is said to have jumped by 30 million euros , now reaching 80 million, the same as Achraf Hakimi.
Morocco’s jerseys are making headlines during the 2026 World Cup. Several players from the Atlas Lions have seen their shirts tear during matches, reigniting criticism around Puma equipment, which was designed to be lighter and more high-performing.
Canada is more than just Jonathan David. In midfield, Stephen Eustáquio sets the rhythm, feeds the flanks and supports attacks. For Morocco, reducing his influence will be one of the keys to the round of 16.
A surprise semi-finalist in 2022, Morocco no longer seduces solely through its defensive solidity. At the 2026 World Cup, the foreign press sees a more technical team, capable of controlling the game and aiming even higher in the tournament.
Neil El Aynaoui’s stock is rising following his performances with Morocco at the World Cup. The AS Roma midfielder has caught the attention of several English clubs, including Manchester United and Liverpool, impressed by his activity and consistency alongside Ayoub Bouaddi.
Against Canada, Morocco must avoid the trap of an overly open match. Opta figures argue for a dense, mobile eleven capable of pressing quickly under pressure. The objective: close down Canadian corridors , then attack the spaces left behind them.
Morocco secured its qualification for the round of 16 of the World Cup after a breathtaking match against the Netherlands. Following the 1-1 draw after extra time, the Atlas Lions prevailed on penalties, plunging the Dutch press into a severe analysis of Oranje’s failure.
Morocco qualified in dramatic fashion against the Netherlands, in a match that tells less of a crushing dominance than of genuine collective maturity. The Atlas Lions built much, waited long, and ultimately survived an encounter stretched to a penalty shootout.
Morocco qualified on Tuesday for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup . The team eliminated the Netherlands on penalties after a breathtaking final stretch at the BBVA Stadium in Monterrey.
Opta statistics tell a different story of the World Cup start than what was seen on television. Behind Saibari, Hakimi or Brahim Díaz, Neil El Aynaoui emerges as the most consistent Moroccan .
The image quickly went viral on social media. During Morocco’s victory against Scotland in the 2026 World Cup, Neil El Aynaoui found himself with a torn jersey after a clash in the Scottish penalty area.
Morocco made an impression against Brazil. From the 65th minute onwards, the Atlas Lions evolved with eleven players born outside the kingdom, 100% MRE therefore, a first recorded in World Cup history.