Head coach Hicham Dguig has named a 20-man squad to face the Japanese team in two friendly matches in Oita.
The continental elite of indoor football continues its high-level preparation programme to maintain its standing among the world’s top nations. Head coach of the national ‘A’ futsal team, Hicham Dguig, has finalized a list of 20 players called up for a training camp featuring a double friendly tie against Japan. Held on 6 and 8 November 2026 at the Crasus Martial Arts Facility in the Japanese city of Oita, these two fixtures serve as a major test to evaluate squad fitness and test new tactical options. Four-time reigning African champions, the Moroccan players approach this gathering with the high performance standards that characterize their consistent record on the international stage.
Demanding preparation to consolidate tactical foundations
This sequence of international friendlies forms part of a methodical programme anticipating major continental and global tournaments. The first clash is scheduled for Friday evening in Oita, ahead of a second leg planned for early Sunday afternoon, offering the technical staff the opportunity to rotate the squad against a fast and disciplined Asian side. Facing an opponent with a distinct style enriches the team’s tactical repertoire, fine-tunes collective coordination, and sharpens match-intensity management. The regularity of these elite training camps ensures sustained competitiveness for a group that has become the benchmark for the discipline in Africa.
Impact on the sport and structuring of national training
The reach and repeated successes of the national futsal team act as a catalyst for the entire domestic sports ecosystem. Establishing this presence among the global elite stimulates the development of indoor sports facilities across the Kingdom’s various regions while encouraging the creation of specialized divisions within local clubs. The progressive structuring of regional championships and dedicated training centers generates direct opportunities for coaches, fitness trainers, and administrative staff. By flying the national flag abroad, futsal reinforces the reputation of the Moroccan school of football, inspires younger generations, and actively contributes to promoting the country’s athletic excellence worldwide.
