Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has named his lineup for the Atlas Lions’ second match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Scotland, a crucial step in their tournament journey.
Morocco and Scotland meet in New Jersey in a crucial Group C clash on Matchday 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a game that could shape their tournament futures and inspire fans worldwide.
The Atlas Lions head into the encounter after holding Brazil to a 1-1 draw in their opening game, while Scotland secured three points over Haiti. A positive result would leave Mohamed Ouahbi’s side in a strong position ahead of the final group-stage fixture.
With qualification stakes increasing, Ouahbi has revealed the starting lineup entrusted with putting Morocco at the head of the table.
Morocco’s squad to feature against Scotland
Ouahbi has unveiled his starting XI as Morocco seeks to build on its draw against Brazil and move closer to the knockout stage.
The Atlas Lions line up with a blend of experience and youth, featuring key players like Achraf Hakimi, Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Yassine Bounou, for the Group C encounter in New Jersey.
Yassine Bounou starts in goal behind a backline featuring Acharaf Hakim, Issa Diop, Chadi Riad, and Noussair Mazraoui.
In midfield, Azzedine Ounahi, Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Neil El Ainaoui.
Morocco starting XI vs Scotland
Moroccan substitutes:
- Mehdi El Kajoui
- Reda Tagnaouti
- Ayoub Salah-Eddine
- Youssef Belammari
- Rayan Hallal
- Zakaria El Ouahdi
- Mohamed Saâdane
- Soufiane El Mourabet
- Sofyan Amrabat
- Chamseddine Tabli
- Soufiane Rahimi
- Ayoub El Kaabi
- Yanis Gessime
- Anas Amaimouni
- Amine Sbai
Morocco enters the encounter aiming to take another important step toward qualification for the Round of 16.
