Former England international Jamie Carragher has tipped Morocco national team to reach new heights at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, boldly predicting the Atlas Lions will top a difficult group that includes Brazil national team.
The expanded tournament, to be hosted across United States, Canada and Mexico, will feature 48 teams, with Morocco securing one of Africa’s nine automatic qualification spots.
Group C Set for Fierce Battle
Morocco have been drawn in Group C alongside Brazil, Scotland national team and Haiti national team.
The Atlas Lions will open their campaign with a high-profile clash against Brazil before facing Scotland, and will conclude their group stage against Haiti.
Speaking to The Telegraph, Carragher predicted Morocco will finish top of the group, with Brazil settling for second place, while Scotland are expected to finish third.
Confidence Rooted in 2022 Heroics
Carragher’s backing is largely influenced by Morocco’s historic run at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where they became the first African nation to reach the semi-finals.
He believes that experience, combined with tactical discipline and growing confidence on the world stage, makes Morocco a serious contender in the group.
Knockout Stage Predictions
Looking beyond the group stage, Carragher forecasts Morocco will face Japan national team in the round of 32 and progress, before defeating Ecuador national team in the round of 16.
However, he expects their journey to end in the quarter-finals against England national team, predicting England will narrowly advance.
Eyes on Another Historic Run
Morocco’s remarkable rise in recent years has elevated expectations across the continent, and Carragher’s prediction reflects growing belief in their ability to compete with football’s elite.
While he anticipates an all-European final, his projection reinforces the idea that the Atlas Lions remain one of Africa’s strongest hopes on the global stage.
