"FIFA" praises Wahbi's impact on the national team.

FIFA has highlighted the path taken by the Moroccan national team under the leadership of national coach Mohamed Wahbi during the 2026 World Cup, considering that the "Atlas Lions" continue to build their football project by preserving the legacy of the "Qatar 2022 World Cup" and establishing a new identity based on training and youth.

A report published on FIFA's official website explained that Wahbi took over the leadership of the Moroccan national team in March 2026, fully aware of the challenges associated with overseeing a team that achieved a historic milestone by reaching the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, an achievement that raised expectations and changed the perception of Moroccan football.

The same source added that the Moroccan national team is competing in the "2026 World Cup" while occupying second place in its group, having started its journey with a draw against Brazil with a score of 1-1 before defeating Scotland 1-0, keeping its hopes alive for qualification to the next round before the final match against Haiti.

FIFA's report indicated that the project led by Wahbi is not only related to results but also includes the development of Moroccan football through a clear playing identity and providing opportunities for emerging young talents, benefiting from his previous experience in training and working with youth categories.

The same source also highlighted that the Moroccan national team showed against Brazil a desire to play, possess the ball, and exit with the ball in an organized manner, before presenting another face against Scotland characterized by discipline and the ability to maintain the lead, reflecting the multiple solutions within the national team.

The report noted the presence of several young players who have established themselves within the Moroccan national team, including Ayoub Bouaddi and Neil Al-Ainawi, as part of a strategy aimed at ensuring continuity and preparing a generation capable of competing in upcoming competitions.

FIFA confirmed that the Moroccan national team now possesses a clear footballing identity under Wahbi's leadership, who is working to develop the team based on principles that rely on training, transferring experiences, and establishing a unique playing style for the national team.

The "Atlas Lions" are preparing to face the Haitian national team in the final group stage match, in a game through which the Moroccan team aims to confirm its positive results and continue its journey in the 2026 World Cup, amidst ambitions to maintain a strong presence on the international stage.