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Didier Deschamps includes Morocco among 2026 World Cup title contenders
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Didier Deschamps, coach of the French national team, has named Morocco as a potential contender for the 2026 World Cup title. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Deschamps cited Morocco alongside Spain, Germany, England, Portugal, Argentina, and Brazil as teams capable of winning the competition, noting their continuous progress. Deschamps, who has led the French team since 2012, highlighted that a team's favorite status is built on results, squad quality, and consistent high-level performance. The Atlas Lions' progression has been significant, particularly since their historic run to the semifinals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where they became the first African and Arab nation to achieve this feat. Their recent continental triumph, strong youth team performances, and a record 19 consecutive wins have further solidified their status. Morocco, once considered an outsider, is now seen as a team capable of consistently competing among the world's elite. They are set to begin their 2026 World Cup campaign on June 13 against Brazil, in Group C which also includes Scotland and Haiti, facing high expectations.
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