Atlas Lions: Mohamed Ouahbi Confirms FRMF Contract Until 2030

Mohamed Ouahbi denies rumors about his short-term contract with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, confirming a long-term contract until 2030

Rabat – National team coach Mohamed Ouahbi has officially put an end to the rumors about his future. Speaking to BeIN Sports, Ouahbi denied reports that he only signed a short-term, six-month contract. Instead, he confirmed that his deal with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) runs all the way until 2030.

Ouahbi made it clear that he is fully committed to leading the Atlas Lions through a massive period of major African and global tournaments.

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First stop: the 2026 World Cup

While the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal, is the big long-term goal, Ouahbi is focused on the immediate future.

He explained that his main priority right now is preparing the team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico. He sees this year’s tournament as a crucial stepping stone to build an unsurpassed team.

A busy schedule

With two AFCONs and one World Cup, the next two years will be an intense period for the Atlas Lions.

This busy calendar is exactly why the federation wanted stability. By securing Ouahbi long-term, Morocco is moving away from quick fixes and focusing on a real, steady project.

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Focusing on the work ahead

The coach’s statements have brought much-needed calm back to the team’s supporters after months of media speculation.

Ouahbi concluded by saying that this is a critical turning point for Moroccan football. He stressed that the team must keep working hard every day to protect what they have already achieved and step up their game before these massive tournaments begin.