The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has officially confirmed one of two international friendlies scheduled for June as part of the Atlas Lions’ preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place from June 11 to July 19. This fixture marks a crucial step in Morocco’s final build-up to the global tournament.
Morocco to Face Norway on June 7 in the United States
As expected in recent weeks, Morocco will take on Norway on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The match will be held at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, one of the host locations where the Atlas Lions will play during the group stage.
Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM local time (8:00 PM in Morocco). The encounter will feature Morocco’s star-studded squad, led by Achraf Hakimi, against a strong Norwegian side spearheaded by Erling Haaland, who has also qualified for the World Cup.
In an official statement, the FRMF said: “As part of its preparations for the final phase of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the Moroccan senior national team will play an international friendly against the Norwegian national team.”
Strategic Build-Up to World Cup 2026
This friendly is part of a broader preparation plan designed to fine-tune team chemistry and test Morocco against top-level opposition. Hosting the match in the United States also allows the team to adapt to local conditions ahead of the tournament. A second friendly opponent is yet to be confirmed, with Honduras and El Salvador among the potential candidates. During the March international break, Morocco drew 1-1 with Ecuador before securing a 2-1 win over Paraguay, continuing their positive momentum.
