Walid Regragui has stepped down as head coach of Morocco’s national football team, ending his tenure just months ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
The resignation comes in the wake of a disappointing campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where Morocco failed to win a single match on home soil despite high expectations following their historic 2022 World Cup semi-final run. That performance placed intense scrutiny on Regragui and raised serious questions about the team’s preparation for the global tournament.
Regragui guided Morocco to unprecedented success in Qatar 2022, becoming the first African side to reach the World Cup semi-finals. His departure has left the Moroccan football community stunned and sparked widespread debate about the timing and the future direction of the Atlas Lions.
Morocco has been drawn into a tough Group L for the 2026 World Cup, facing Brazil, Scotland and Haiti. With the tournament now fast approaching, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation must urgently appoint a new coach capable of maintaining momentum and delivering results on the biggest stage.
The federation has not yet announced an interim arrangement or named potential successors, but sources indicate discussions are already underway to ensure a smooth transition and continuity in preparations.
Regragui’s exit marks the end of a remarkable chapter for Moroccan football, one defined by ambition, pride and historic achievement. The challenge now shifts to finding leadership that can carry the team forward and build on the progress made in recent years.
