In a friendly match held on March 31, 2026, Morocco triumphed over Paraguay with a score of 2-1 at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, France. The match was part of Morocco’s preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
Morocco took the lead early in the second half when Bilal El Khannouss scored the first goal in the 48th minute. Just five minutes later, Neil El Aynaoui doubled the lead with a second goal in the 53rd minute.
Paraguay managed to pull one back in the closing moments of the match, with Gustavo Caballero scoring in the 88th minute. However, it was not enough to change the outcome of the game.
Morocco’s coach, Ouahbi, fielded a strong lineup, including key players such as Achraf Hakimi and Issa Diop. The expected XI also featured Bono, Baouf, Mazraoui, Hrimat, Ounahi, Ezzalzouli, and El Kaabi.
On the other side, Paraguay, coached by Gustavo Alfaro, had their own set of notable players, including Miguel Almirón and Julio Enciso. Their expected XI included Fernández, Cáceres, Gustavo Gómez, Balbuena, Alderete, Villasanti, Diego Gómez, and Ávalos.
The match was broadcast live on Arryadia and Al Aoula, allowing fans to follow the action closely. Morocco’s victory is seen as a positive step in their preparations for the World Cup.
As the match concluded, initial reactions from both teams highlighted the importance of this friendly encounter. Morocco’s performance was praised, particularly for their offensive strategy and teamwork.
With this win, Morocco aims to build momentum as they continue to refine their squad ahead of the World Cup, while Paraguay will look to regroup and address their performance in future matches.
