The Moroccan Football Federation denied rumors of appointing a new head coach for the national team in response to media speculation about the potential appointment of Mohamed Wahbi.
Recent news suggested that Mohamed Wahbi, who led Morocco's U-20 team to a World Cup victory in Chile, was set to replace Walid Rakhraqi as head coach of the senior national team. However, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation issued a statement denying these rumors, assuring that there have been no new appointments at this time. They emphasized that they would announce any significant changes regarding the national team promptly to the public.
The speculation arose after reports indicated that Rakhraqi might be considering resigning following the national team's loss in the Africa Cup of Nations final, hosted in Morocco, where they were defeated by Senegal. Rakhraqi's tenure has been marked by notable achievements but also disappointments, particularly in high-stakes tournaments, leading to questions about his future direction with the team.
The communication from the federation serves to quell the growing anxiety among fans regarding the team's management as it approaches the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As the federation clarifies their position, it highlights the importance of stability in leadership as the team looks ahead to future international competitions.
