Resignation in the Air: Will Walid Regraki Stay or Walk Away as Morocco's AFCON 2025 Hopes Dim?
6 February 2026
Background
Reports out of France indicate that Walid Rekraki, Morocco's head coach, has submitted his resignation, with the Moroccan Football Federation yet to respond. The move comes amid intense scrutiny from supporters and media following a challenging AFCON 2025 campaign.
AFCON Final and Aftermath
Morocco could not lift the continental crown on home soil in January, narrowly missing a first-ever title in 50 years as Senegal claimed the trophy with a 1-0 victory. Ibrahim Diaz missed a stoppage-time spot kick for the Falcons, sealing the loss for the Atlas Lions.
Fut Merkatwo reported that Rekraki, aged 50, decided to resign and handed his notice to federation officials, fully aware that his future was tied to the continental championship.
However, the final word on the decision depends on the federation’s stance; if they reject the resignation, Rekraki would continue and prepare for World Cup 2026. If he confirms his departure, a new coach would need to be found urgently.
Morocco now competes in Group III at the 2026 World Cup, alongside Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, with the tournament slated for next summer.
Timing in football, as they say, is everything; this resignation lands with the precision of a sniper—the suspense is real.
Meanwhile, the coaching saga remains the same plot with a new lead—stay tuned for the sequel, likely in a stadium near you.
