Morocco and Norway Draw 1-1 in World Cup Preparation Friendly
Morocco and Norway played a 1-1 friendly match in New Jersey as both teams prepared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco, under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi, debuted a 4-2-3-1 formation. Norway’s star Erling Haaland was largely ineffective, while captain Martin Ødegaard scored a late equalizer to salvage the draw. The match served as a final dress rehearsal for both sides, with Morocco also integrating new dual nationals.
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Odegaard Rescues Norway in World Cup Dress Rehearsal Draw Against Morocco
Four days before the start of the World Cup, Morocco and Norway played a friendly match that ended in a 1-1 draw. Norway's highly praised offensive lineup, led by star striker Erling Haaland, was largely ineffective and uninspired throughout the game. Morocco took the lead, but Norway's captain Martin Odegaard scored a late equalizer to salvage a result for his team. The match served as a final dress rehearsal for both sides ahead of the World Cup, highlighting concerns for Norway's attacking form.
kicker Fußball NewsMorocco Prepares for World Cup with Friendly Against Norway Under New Coach
Morocco faces Norway in a World Cup preparation friendly in New Jersey on Sunday evening. The match evokes memories of their 1998 World Cup encounter (2-2). Morocco enters a new cycle under coach Mohamed Ouahbi, who replaced Walid Regragui after winning the U20 World Cup. Ouahbi favors attacking possession football, shifting from Regragui's 4-3-3 to a 4-2-3-1 formation with Azzedine Ounahi or Bilal el-Khannouss as number 10. Key player Ismael Saibari, a PSV Eindhoven attacker with 15 goals this season and a reported agreement with Bayern Munich, scored twice against Madagascar in a 4-0 friendly win. New dual nationals Ayyoub Bouaddi and Issa Diop are integrating into the squad. Defender Nayef Aguerd has resumed training after surgery. Morocco will face Brazil and Scotland in their first two World Cup matches.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuMorocco vs Norway Starting Lineup: Haaland and Sebari Lead Teams in Pre-World Cup Friendly
Morocco and Norway are set to play a pre-World Cup warm-up match at 3:00 Beijing time. Both teams have announced their starting lineups. Morocco's lineup includes goalkeeper Bunou, defenders Achraf, Issa Diop, Riyad, and Mazraoui, midfielders Bouadi, Elnawi, Brahim Dias, Ounahi, and Abboud, and forward Sebari. Norway's starting eleven features goalkeeper Nyland, defenders Ryerson, Ayer, Hegem, and Wolfe, midfielders Odegaard, Olsness, Sander Berg, and Nusa, and forwards Shurlot and Haaland. The match is a friendly preparation for the upcoming World Cup, highlighting key players like Erling Haaland for Norway and Sebari for Morocco.
虎扑 - 足球Morocco vs Norway: Official Line-ups for 2026 World Cup Friendly
This article from Foot Mercato, published on June 7, 2026, reports the official starting line-ups for a friendly match between Morocco and Norway, played as preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco fields a 4-2-3-1 formation with Yassine Bounou in goal, a defense including Achraf Hakimi and Noussair Mazraoui, a midfield of Ayyoub Bouaddi and Azzedine Ounahi, and an attack led by Brahim Diaz and Ez Abde. Norway counters with a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Ørjan Nyland in goal, a defense with Julian Ryerson and Kristoffer Ajer, a midfield anchored by Sander Berge and Fredrik Aursnes with Martin Ødegaard on the wing, and a striking duo of Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth. The match is part of both teams' World Cup preparations.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertMorocco Faces Norway in World Cup Preparation Friendly
Morocco's national football team, the Atlas Lions, will face Norway in a friendly match in New Jersey on Sunday evening, as part of their preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The match comes five days after Morocco defeated Madagascar 4-0 in Rabat. Under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi, who replaced Walid Regragui, Morocco has shifted from a 4-3-3 to a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Azzedine Ounahi or Bilal el-Khannouss playing as number 10. Ismael Saibari, who scored twice against Madagascar, is in strong form after winning three consecutive Eredivisie titles with PSV Eindhoven and reportedly has a pre-contractual agreement with Bayern Munich. The match against Norway, featuring star striker Erling Haaland, evokes memories of their 2-2 draw in the 1998 World Cup. Key players include captain Achraf Hakimi, Yassine Bounou, Noussair Mazraoui, and new dual nationals Ayyoub Bouaddi and Issa Diop.
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