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2025 U-20 AFCON: Morocco unveils squad to face Flying Eagles, others

Morocco has officially announced its squad for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi selected 26 players to represent the country in the upcoming tournament.

The team is a mix of local and international players. Notable inclusions are Stade Rennais defender Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal and FC Twente centre-back Julien Misbahi. Also, Union Touarga striker Mouad Dahhak, who has been impressive in Morocco’s Botola Pro 1, has earned a spot on the squad.

Morocco’s journey in the competition will begin on May 1 when they play Kenya in their opening match. Their second game will be against Nigeria, a team that has won the tournament seven times.

The 2025 U-20 AFCON will take place in Egypt from April 27 to May 18.

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