Entering the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Morocco were always seen as one of the African teams that can go the furthest in the competition, and they lived up to those expectations last night, as they eliminated Netherlands 3-2 via penalties.
Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui has handed Morocco a major fitness boost after returning to training ahead of their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Brazil.
Morocco are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of key starters Noussair Mazraoui and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli after both were forced off injured during a 1-1 draw with Norway in their final warm-up match before the World Cup opener.
Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui has been passed fit and will report for international duty with Morocco national team after recovering from illness, providing a timely boost ahead of their upcoming friendlies.
Noussair Mazraoui's versatility is proving vital for Manchester United as Michael Carrick's side push through the final nine games of the season.
Noussair Mazraoui, now a key figure at Manchester United, has hailed Jamal Musiala as the finest talent he has ever shared a pitch with.