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Morocco needs to strengthen its bench depth for the 2026 World Cup, says Mustapha Hadji
via Le Matin1 min read
Following two consecutive World Cup quarter-final qualifications, Morocco is evaluating its performance to solidify its position among top national teams. Speaking to Al Arabiya, Mustapha Hadji praised the work of Mohamed Ouahbi's players but highlighted a key area for future improvement: a stronger bench. The former Atlas Lions midfielder noted that many players experienced the high demands of a World Cup for the first time, emphasizing that the tournament differs significantly from other competitions like the Champions League in terms of pace, pressure, and intensity. Hadji believes that squad depth is crucial for Morocco to advance further against major football nations. He stressed that strengthening the bench is essential to compete with teams like France. Eliminated just before the semi-finals, the Atlas Lions have a strong foundation, and the former African Ballon d'Or winner advocates for expanding the pool of international players to ensure Morocco continues to contend with the world's best teams in upcoming major tournaments.
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