Mohamed Ouahbi vs Tarik Sektioui: Who Will Replace Walid Regragui?

Uncertainty currently surrounds the national team’s technical staff. As the Federation’s executive board (FRMF) meets to decide the fate of Walid Regragui, the names of Mohamed Ouahbi and Tarik Sektioui are at the center of every debate. For many observers, the choice is a complex one, as both men have proven their worth with youth teams. A hybrid solution bringing the two coaches together to ensure a smooth tactical transition has also been suggested in order to preserve the national team’s achievements.

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Mohamed Ouahbi represents the option of philosophical stability. His style of play, focused on quick buildup and intense pressing, directly follows the path established by Regragui. With seventeen years of experience at Anderlecht’s academy in Belgium, he has recognized expertise in developing and monitoring dual nationals playing in Europe. This knowledge of the international talent pool, combined with the trust he enjoys within the federation, could give him a slight advantage.

For his part, Tarik Sektioui relies on a perfect command of local football and a proven ability to lead his teams to success during major tournaments. His performances with the Olympic team and in regional competitions work in his favor, highlighting his ability to win titles in high-pressure situations. His management of players from the national league is a major asset, although integrating senior players based abroad would be his main challenge if he were to take charge of the Atlas Lions.

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The FRMF’s final decision is expected before the next March international break. The Federation will have to choose between the tactical continuity represented by Ouahbi and Sektioui’s on-the-ground expertise as it begins this new cycle. Whatever the verdict, the goal remains to ensure a smooth transition so as not to affect the performance of a squad preparing to take on new challenges on the continental and global stage. Whatever the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) says, Walid Regragui will depart and the new coach will be Moroccan, with Fouzi Lekjaâ regularly criticizing a lack of trust in Africa.