Morocco midfielder Sofyan Amrabat has quit the national team ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, SABC Sport reports. The player declined to disclose the reasons behind his decision, which comes as Morocco prepare for their upcoming qualifying fixtures. Further details about the circumstances of his departure and any potential replacement in the squad have not been made public at this stage.

According to SABC Sport, Mohamed Ouahbi has successfully taken over as coach of the Moroccan national football team, replacing Walid Regragui. This late coaching change has yielded positive results, bucking a trend seen in other African teams.

Atiku Abubakar has congratulated Morocco for becoming the first African nation to qualify for the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a significant achievement for the continent.

Barcelona has signed 18-year-old Egyptian teenager Abdelkarim, who is currently participating in the World Cup with the national team. He has played in both of Egypt's matches against Belgium and New Zealand, showcasing his skills on an international stage.

Morocco playmaker Brahim Diaz expressed his desire for the national team to face France in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. Diaz contributed two assists in Morocco's 2-0 victory over co-hosts Canada, which secured their place in the next round. The Real Madrid midfielder is looking forward to competing against some of his club teammates.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed its support for Morocco following the Atlas Lions' advancement to the knockout stage of the World Cup, marking a significant achievement in African football history. This endorsement comes as Morocco aims for further success in the tournament.