The Moroccan national team wrapped up the 2026 World Cup qualifiers by winning all of its group matches. With a 1-0 victory over Congo-Brazzaville on Tuesday night in Rabat, the Atlas Lions extended their unbeaten run to 16 matches, surpassing the previous record held by Spain and Germany.
Dominant from the very start, Hoalid Regragui’s men created numerous chances — notably through Saibari, Ben Seghir, and Brahim Diaz — but failed to convert them before the break. On the right flank, Achraf Hakimi was particularly active, making several overlapping runs and delivering a number of dangerous crosses.
The breakthrough came in the 63rd minute, when the Parisian full-back Achraf Hakimi delivered a perfect assist to Youssef En-Nesyri for the only goal of the match. Strong and composed, the Atlas Lions then controlled the final stages to seal a historic victory.
With this new record, Morocco reaffirms its status as a leading force on the continent and sends a strong message to its future opponents: it will be a team to reckon with on the road to the 2026 World Cup. But before that, the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations, awaited by an entire nation, stands as the next major challenge.
