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Morocco’s futsal squad has just decimated Tajikistan 7–1 at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Olympic Complex in Riyadh for the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games.
Having started the tournament with a 2–2 draw against Iran, the Atlas Lions are now well on their way toward the knockout stages.
After their strong showing at the 2024 Futsal World Cup in Uzbekistan and as the current African champions, the Moroccan futsal team was among the favorites going into the competition.
Morocco Futsal shows control
Right from the first whistle, Hicham Dguig’s squad was straight out the blocks, applying some serious pressure and stringing together some slick passing moves. By the time the half-time, Morocco were 3–1 up and pretty much put the game to bed, adding 4 more goals to their tally after the break.
Tajikistan did manage to grab a consolation goal but it was clear they were struggling to cope with Morocco’s midfield rotations and relentless pressure.
Next up for Morocco is a game against Afghanistan on Saturday 8th November and a win would guarantee them a spot in the semi-finals which take place on Sunday 9th November.
Following this win over Tajikistan, Morocco are looking like one of the top teams of the tournament.
Athletes from the Muslim world come together at the Islamic Solidarity Games to compete in sport and solidarity. More than 3,500 athletes from 57 nations will participate in 21 sports and two para sports in 2025.
The sporting disciplines include futsal, athletics, boxing, judo, karate, and para-sports.,
Morocco has sent 82 athletes — 50 men and 32 women — to compete in 13 sports. The country has traditionally performed well at the Islamic Solidarity Games, having won 146 medals overall — 40 gold, 38 silver, and 68 bronze — in the past Games.
