Morocco's football federation credits strategic development plan for global rise

Moroccan football has transformed over the past decade through a coordinated development strategy driven by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) and substantial investment from King Mohammed VI. The creation of the Mohammed VI Football Academy and a €55 million sports city in Rabat, featuring 11 pitches, medical facilities and housing for national teams, provides a high‑performance environment for talent identification and training.

President Fouzi Lqaj (Fouzi Lqaj) describes the programme as a long‑term project that began before his 2016 appointment, rooted in the royal vision for professionalising youth development. He emphasizes continuous funding, modern governance, and the integration of dual‑nationality players, noting that successes such as the national team's semi‑final run at the 2022 World Cup and multiple titles in African and Arab competitions in 2025 stem from this systemic approach.

The FRMF’s strategy mirrors successful models in other African nations, with Morocco cited as a benchmark for sustained grassroots investment, coaching education and strategic use of sport to enhance the country's international image.