French coach Ludovic Batelli has announced the squad for Morocco's Under-20 national team, which will participate in the North African Union tournament. The tournament, set to take place in Egypt from September 24 to October 6, 2026, will feature teams from Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya. The teams will compete in a single-round format, with each team playing four matches. Morocco's U20 team will begin their campaign against Tunisia on September 27 at the Suez Canal Stadium.

The team will then face Algeria on September 30, followed by a match against Egypt on October 3, and finally against Libya on October 6 in Ismailia. Coach Batelli is counting on a group of young players to compete for a spot to qualify for the African Cup of Nations. This tournament is considered an important stop for preparation and a continental test. The team's participation comes after their presence in the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy, where Batelli led the national team.

The North African Union tournament is a crucial competition for the teams, with the winner expected to qualify for the African Cup of Nations. Morocco's U20 team has been preparing for the tournament, and Coach Batelli is optimistic about their chances. The team's squad includes a mix of experienced and young players, who are expected to give their best in the competition.

The tournament will be a great opportunity for the teams to test their skills and prepare for future competitions. The competition will be held in Egypt, which has a rich football history and has hosted several international tournaments. The teams will face tough opponents, but they are expected to give their best and make their countries proud.

Coach Batelli has been working with the team for some time and is confident about their abilities. He has been impressed with the team's performance in training and is optimistic about their chances in the tournament. The team's goal is to qualify for the African Cup of Nations and make a good impression in the competition.

The North African Union tournament is an important competition for the teams, and Morocco's U20 team is expected to give a good account of themselves. The team's participation in the tournament is a great opportunity for them to gain experience and prepare for future competitions. The team's squad includes talented young players who are expected to make a difference in the competition.

The tournament will take place from September 24 to October 6, 2026, and will feature some of the best teams in North Africa. Morocco's U20 team is expected to face tough opponents, but they are confident about their chances. The team's goal is to qualify for the African Cup of Nations and make a good impression in the competition.

Key points

  • Morocco's U20 national team will participate in the North African Union tournament in Egypt from September 24 to October 6, 2026.

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