Morocco Confirm Three World Cup Warm-Up Matches
Morocco national football team have officially scheduled three preparatory matches ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Atlas Lions are continuing their build-up after already facing Ecuador and Paraguay in friendly matches back in March.
Now, the North Africans are stepping up preparations as they aim for another strong World Cup showing.
First Test Comes Against Burundi
According to the Moroccan Football Federation, Morocco will begin their training camp on May 22 before facing Burundi national football team in a closed-door friendly on May 26.
The match will take place at the national team’s training centre in Sale.
Madagascar Clash Set For Official Send-Off
Morocco will then take on Madagascar national football team on June 2 in Rabat.
The fixture is expected to serve as the team’s official farewell game before departing for the World Cup tournament.
Fans are expected to turn out in huge numbers to support the Atlas Lions before they travel.
Norway Await In Final Preparation Match
The final warm-up game will see Morocco face Norway national football team on June 7 in New York City.
The match is expected to provide Morocco with a tougher European-style test before the tournament begins.
Morocco Eye Another Historic World Cup Run
Morocco shocked the football world at the 2022 FIFA World Cup by becoming the first African nation to reach the semi-finals.
Now, expectations are once again sky-high after the Atlas Lions were drawn in a difficult group alongside:
- Brazil national football team
- Scotland national football team
- Haiti national football team
With preparations intensifying, Morocco will hope these friendlies sharpen the squad for another memorable World Cup campaign.
