Today, coach Jorge Vilda announced the official lineup of Morocco’s women’s team that will face the opening match of Group A in the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations, hosted by the Kingdom. The national women’s team is preparing to meet their Kenyan counterparts in a true test of the “Lionesses'” abilities, who aspire to start strong in the continental tournament. This lineup reveals Vilda’s technical vision for the much-anticipated match by women’s football fans.
The Spanish coach chose to rely on a mix of experience and young talents. The starting lineup is as follows: Al-Ramishi in goal, while the defense line is led by Radwani and Benzina, supported strongly by Naqash and Graidi. These names form a defensive rock aimed at reducing the danger of the Kenyan team’s attacks.
In midfield, Vilda preferred to play Atik, Ait Al-Haj, and Masoudi, who are expected to control the match’s pace and effectively distribute the ball, in addition to supporting both attack and defense. The coach relies heavily on their ability to link the lines and create chances in front of the opponent’s goal.
As for the offensive aspect, Morocco’s women’s lineup includes shining names such as Ouzraoui, Marrabet, and Azraf, who are expected to lead the “Lionesses'” attack and score goals. This attacking trio aims to break through the Kenyan defense and exploit any scoring opportunities to ensure securing three points at the start of this important tournament.
Attention today is focused on this important match, where Moroccan fans hope the “Lionesses” will start their journey in the Africa Women’s Cup of Nations by earning a valuable victory, confirming the readiness of Morocco’s women’s team to compete for the continental title, and laying the foundation for a successful and fruitful tournament on home soil.
