The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has confirmed it will cover the travel and accommodation costs of the families of players selected for the 2026 World Cup, in a move designed to strengthen team unity during the tournament in the United States.
The decision means relatives of Morocco’s international players will be present throughout the competition, with arrangements in place to keep them close to the team’s base camp in New Jersey.
According to reports, the families will be housed in dedicated accommodation near the squad’s training facilities, allowing players to remain in regular contact with their loved ones without leaving the competition environment.
The federation’s intention is to recreate aspects of the supportive atmosphere that accompanied Morocco’s historic run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where togetherness within the squad was widely seen as a key factor in their success.
Officials believe maintaining emotional stability will be important in a long and demanding tournament, particularly as Morocco aim to build on their recent rise in international football.
The presence of families is also expected to help players manage the pressure of elite competition, while still remaining fully focused on training and match preparation.
The Moroccan delegation has already arrived in the United States under head coach Mohamed Ouahbi, continuing preparations ahead of their final warm-up fixture against Norway on 7 June.
That match will serve as an important test before Morocco begin their World Cup campaign in Group C.
Their opening fixture comes against Brazil on 13 June in the New York/New Jersey Stadium, one of the standout matches of the group stage.
They will then face Scotland on 19 June in Boston, before concluding their group fixtures against Haiti on 25 June in Atlanta.
Morocco’s preparations come at a time of heightened expectation. Following strong performances in recent international tournaments and a growing number of players competing at top European clubs, the Atlas Lions are increasingly viewed as one of Africa’s most competitive sides.
However, with that rise has come greater scrutiny, and the federation’s latest decision suggests a focus not only on tactical preparation but also on the psychological wellbeing of the squad.
By keeping players close to their families throughout the tournament, Morocco hope to strike a balance between elite performance demands and emotional support structures.
It is a strategy rooted in continuity from Qatar, but adapted for the unique scale and logistics of a World Cup staged across multiple cities in North America.
