Morocco's national team conducted a training session at the Mohammed VI Football Complex on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in preparation for their friendly match against Mali. The session, which lasted 90 minutes, began at 6:00 PM and was led by the team's technical staff. All players participated, except for Noussair Mazraoui, who was granted rest and will rejoin his English club, Manchester United, on Friday.
The team will continue their preparatory program in the coming days, ahead of their match against Mali on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM, at the Grand Stade de Tanger. The friendly match is an opportunity for the team to fine-tune their skills and build momentum ahead of upcoming competitions. Morocco's national team, also known as the Atlas Lions, has a busy schedule in the coming months.
In other news, Morocco's Olympic team played a friendly match against Mali on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Amir Bouhmadi scoring a goal for Morocco in the 35th minute. The match was part of the team's preparations for upcoming competitions, including two matches in November against unannounced opponents.
Several players from Morocco's under-17 team, which won the African Cup of Nations in 2025, have been promoted to the under-20 team. The players are part of a new generation of Moroccan footballers who are making their way through the national team's age groups. The under-20 team will participate in the North African Cup, which serves as a qualifier for the African Cup of Nations.
In sports business news, Moroccan club Al-Ahly Tripoli has launched its new home kit for the 2026-2027 season. The kit, manufactured by Puma, is available for purchase at a price of 600 dirhams, following negotiations between the club and its equipment supplier. The kit was initially priced at 900 dirhams, but the club reduced the price after talks with its partner.
The 17th edition of the "BMCE Bank of Morocco Casablanca Marathon" is set to take place on October 25, 2026, with around 15,000 runners expected to participate. The event will feature various races, including a half-marathon and a full marathon. Organizers expect a significant turnout for the event, which has become a popular fixture in the Moroccan sports calendar.
A medical alert was issued in Casablanca after a schoolgirl was suspected of having diphtheria, but subsequent tests have ruled out the infection. The girl was taken to hospital as a precautionary measure, and health authorities are monitoring the situation. The incident highlights the importance of vigilance in monitoring and responding to potential health threats.
Key points
- Morocco's national team will face Mali in a friendly match on October 4, 2026.
