Marrocos’s team takes the field this Tuesday against Burundi. The friendly clash serves as one of the last tests before defining the squad list for Copa of Mundo 2026. The game takes place behind closed doors at the Mohammed VI training center, in Salé.
Coach Mohamed Ouahbi leads the team that will debut against Brasil on June 13th, at MetLife Stadium, in Nova Jersey. The match against Burundi starts at 12pm, Brasília time. FIFA+ streaming broadcasts the friendly.
Amistoso with closed gates sets pace for Marrocos
The Moroccan federation chose to play the game without an audience present. Isso allows full focus on tactical adjustments and player evaluation. Burundi, the lowest selection in the Fifa ranking, serves as an accessible opponent for testing.
Marrocos seeks to repeat the good performance of Copa from 2022, when they reached the semi-finals. The African team integrates Grupo C alongside Brasil, Haiti and Escócia. The coach wants quick rapport between the athletes.
- Munir El Kajoui in goal
- Mohamed Chibi, Soufiane Bouftini, Ismael Baouf and Youssef Belammari in defense
- Imran Louza, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Sofiane Boufal, Rayane Bounida and Ismael Saibari in the middle
- Ayoub El Kaabi as center forward
The likely lineup indicates a mix of experience and youth. Jogadores like Sofiane Boufal and Ayoub El Kaabi bear the offensive responsibility.
Transmissão from Marrocos x Burundi is restricted to FIFA+
Fifa’s streaming channel holds the broadcasting rights. No Brasil, the audience follows the platform at no additional cost for subscribers. Não is broadcast openly on linear TV.
Fãs can access the game via the official FIFA+ app or website. The match takes place in Salé, a city close to Rabat. The local time zone is three hours ahead of Brasília.
Preparação from Marrocos continues with two more friendlies
Após o Burundi, the Moroccan team faces Madagascar on June 2nd, at Rabat. Esse game will have fans present. The third test takes place against Noruega, on June 7th, at Estados Unidos.
Esses commitments serve to fine-tune the team before the trip to the Copa host country. The delegation should focus on Nova Jersey in the final weeks.
Coach Mohamed Ouahbi analyzes individual and collective performance. Ele should announce the 26 names right after the friendly against Burundi. The official Fifa list has a set deadline for delivery.
Destaques do Grupo C do Copa do Mundo
Brasil leads expectations in Grupo C. Marrocos emerges as the main opponent in the debut. Haiti and Escócia complete the bracket.
The Moroccan team bets on speed on the sides and aerial strength. Ayoub El Kaabi is the main name in the attack. The defense has European training on several athletes.
- Brasil x Marrocos: June 13
- Marrocos x Haiti: date to be defined in the group stage
- Escócia x Marrocos: last game of the first phase
The calendar requires good use right from the start. A victory against Brasil would be historic for African football.
Histórico from Marrocos into Copas reinforces ambition
The 2022 campaign still motivates the group. The team eliminated Espanha and Portugal before falling to França. Agora, the objective is to advance to the round of 16 or quarters.
Jogadores who play in European leagues form the base. The midfield has creative options with Louza and Bouaddi. The defensive-to-attack transition is a strong point coached by Ouahbi.
Burundi, in turn, uses the game to gain international experience. The team is looking for points in the rankings and matches against stronger teams.
Detalhes friendly logistics in Salé
The Mohammed VI training center offers a modern structure. Quality Gramado and recovery facilities help with preparation. Playing without an audience avoids distractions.
Marrocos leads the African ranking and is among the main teams on the continent. Burundi occupies a modest position, which allows the home team to impose a high pace from the beginning.
The ball rolls at 12pm. The result helps to measure the current level of the Mohamed Ouahbi team. With Copa approaching, every minute on the field is worth its weight in gold.