Morocco Coach Walid Regragui Faces Calls for Departure Amidst Controversy

The future of Walid Regragui as head coach of the Morocco national team is uncertain following a period of intense scrutiny and calls for his resignation. The situation comes just four months before the start of the 2026 World Cup.

Resignation Reports and FRMF Response

Reports initially surfaced suggesting Regragui had resigned after Morocco’s loss to Senegal in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025) final. However, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) quickly denied these claims.

According to several sources, the Moroccan coach resigned after the final of the CAN 2025 lost to Senegal (1-0 ap). But this information was immediately denied by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).

Despite the FRMF’s denial, Regragui remains under contract through the 2026 World Cup, fueling ongoing debate about his position.

Criticism from Moroccan Media

A columnist from Radio Mars, a Moroccan radio station, publicly demanded Regragui’s departure, citing concerns about the team’s attacking inefficiency.

“We see Brahim Diaz perform, Abde (Ezzalzouli) shine, Youssef En-Nesyri score in Europe and in Asia, El Kaabi too… But as soon as they play in the selection, we only score from the penalty spot. So the problem is the coach. He has to go!”

Radio Mars Columnist

The columnist believes Regragui is responsible for the inability of talented attackers to replicate their club form while playing for the national team.

Recent Achievements and Current Status

Walid Regragui, who has been the head coach of the Morocco national team since 2022, led the team to a historic semi-final appearance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup – a first for any African or Arab nation. He also qualified Morocco for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He was also the runner-up in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

FAQ

• Is Walid Regragui still the coach of Morocco? Officially, yes. However, he faces significant pressure and calls for his resignation.
• What prompted the calls for Regragui’s resignation? A controversial loss in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final and concerns about the team’s attacking performance.
• When is the next major tournament for Morocco? The 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The situation remains fluid, and the coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Regragui will remain at the helm as Morocco prepares for the 2026 World Cup.