Upcoming Friendly Match: Morocco vs Burundi
The friendly encounter between Morocco and Burundi is set to be an exciting preparation for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This match marks the first significant test for the newly appointed head coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, who previously managed two friendly matches in March, resulting in a draw against Ecuador and a victory over Paraguay. As part of Group C, Morocco is positioned alongside Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, and the team is eager to make a strong impression in the upcoming world tournament, particularly in light of recent changes in coaching after the departure of Walid Regragui, who was instrumental in the national team’s previous successes.
Morocco's squad is looking to reclaim its shine on the world stage, especially after the recent administrative victory in the Africa Cup of Nations is still fresh in their minds. The team aims to harness the talent of a remarkable generation of players, hoping to make an impact at the World Cup. On the other hand, Burundi, ranked 142nd by FIFA, enters this match following a resounding 8-0 victory over Chad in the playoff round for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Notably, Neil El Aynaoui, a midfielder from AS Roma, has been in excellent form, having scored in the last two friendly matches for the Moroccan team. The match between Morocco and Burundi is scheduled to take place at the Mohammed VI Football Academy stadium in Sale on Tuesday, May 26, starting at 15:00 local time in Spain (14:00 in Morocco). However, it is important to note that this match will be played behind closed doors, and there will not be any television access for viewers.
The anticipated lineup for Morocco includes: Bono; Hakimi, Diop, Halhal, Salah-Eddine; El Mourabet, El Aynaoui, Ounahi; Brahim, Talbi, Yassine, and Rahimi. This gathering of talent reflects Morocco's dedication to enhancing their performance as they prepare for the world's most prestigious football tournament.
As reported by news.bet365.es.
