FIFA World Cup 2026
Morocco at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Morocco is a kingdom in the Maghreb facing both the Atlantic and Mediterranean, Tamazight‑ and Arabic‑recognising, with Rabat as its capital, the Atlas Mountains dividing climates from coastal plains to Saharan fringes.
Morocco have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as World Cup fourth-place finishers (2022) across 6 World Cup appearances. At the World Cup, Youssef En-Nesyri features prominently in the scoring charts for Morocco with 3 goals. All-time, Ahmed Faras leads Morocco's senior men's scoring list with 36 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Morocco line up in Group C as CAF representatives from Africa. Group-stage fixtures against Brazil, Haiti and Scotland open a competitive first-round schedule.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Rabat
- Continent
- Africa
- Federation
- CAF (Africa)
- Group
- C
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #11
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1956
- Population
- 38,009,000
- Languages
- Arabic and Tamazight (official); French widely used
- Currency
- Moroccan dirham (MAD)
- Area
- 446,550 km²
- Highest point
- Toubkal (4,167 m)
- Climate
- Mediterranean north-west; semi-arid plateaus; Saharan south-east
- Land borders
- Algeria, Spain (Ceuta and Melilla), Western Sahara
Football facts
- Appearances
- 6
- Best result
- Fourth place (2022)
- Top scorer
- Youssef En-Nesyri (3)
- Debut
- 1970
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: red
World Cup history
6 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2022 | Fourth place |
| 2018 | Group stage |
| 1998 | Group stage |
| 1994 | Round of 16 |
| 1986 | Round of 16 |
| 1970 | Group stage |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Morocco ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. Morocco have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is World Cup fourth-place finishers (2022).
- Which group is Morocco in at World Cup 2026?
- Morocco are in Group C. Group opponents include Brazil, Haiti, Scotland.
- What is the capital of Morocco?
- The capital city is Rabat.
- Which FIFA confederation does Morocco belong to?
- Morocco compete under CAF (Africa).
- How many World Cups has Morocco played before 2026?
- Morocco had appeared in 6 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Morocco's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Ahmed Faras leads Morocco's senior men's national team with 36 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.