Morocco Denies Shock Resignation Rumors: Regragui Retained, World Cup 2026 in Sight
6 February 2026
Federation Clarifies Resignation Rumors
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation clarified reports about Walid Regragui, the team's head coach, resigning in the wake of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. The clarification comes amid ongoing scrutiny over the team's performance and leadership.
In a formal statement released today, the federation firmly denied the claims circulating in certain media outlets that Regragui had submitted his resignation.
The statement also indicates that Regragui remains poised to lead the Atlas Lions at the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to be staged in the United States, Canada and Mexico in roughly four months.
The federation’s announcement follows claims by the French outlet Fut Mercato that Regragui, 50, had presented his resignation to federation officials.
The network reportedly said the final decision depends on the federation's stance; if the resignation is rejected, Regragui would continue to prepare for the 2026 World Cup, while if he confirms departure, a replacement would be sought urgently.
Speculation about Regragui’s future intensified after Morocco’s AFCON 2025 final loss, drawing criticism from fans and media alike.
The Moroccan side had aimed to win the continental title on home soil in January, coming close for the first time in 50 years.
In the final, Ibrahim Diaz missed a stoppage-time penalty in the second half, allowing Senegal to claim the title for the second time (1-0).
Punchline 1: The rumor mill is so loud, even the goalkeeper wears earplugs and still concedes headlines. Punchline 2: If rumors were bullets, this article would have a full clip and still miss the coach.
