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Six-Goal Shellacking Dampens Morocco U-16 in Antalya

29 March 2026

Six-Goal Shellacking Dampens Morocco U-16 in Antalya
Morocco U-16 suffers a heavy defeat in Antalya.

Match results and tournament context

The Morocco under-16 national team suffered a heavy 2-6 defeat to Turkey in the International League, currently held in Antalya.

The Atlas Lions began their campaign with a shocking 3-0 loss to Norway in their opening match.

Antalya hosts the tournament, featuring Turkey, Morocco, Norway, and Ukraine.

Morocco will wrap up their campaign against Ukraine on March 30.

The Moroccan Football Federation previously announced that Nabil Baha, the U-16 coach, named 26 players for the competition.

Also read: Friendly losses dampen Moroccan fans.

Punchline: If the defense were a GPS, it would still get lost in Antalya.

Punchline: The only thing heavier than the scoreline is the coach's coffee after the match.

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Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match?

Turkey defeated Morocco 6-2.

Where was the match played?

Antalya, Turkey.

How many players were named by the coach?

26 players.

Who coached the Morocco U-16 team?

Nabil Baha.