Morocco World Cup 2026: Ultras Fans Stadium Invasion Strategy
Ranked eighth in the FIFA standings and recent winners of the Africa Cup of Nations, Moroccan footballers are heading to the American World Cup. In the stands, hundreds of fired-up supporters are meticulously organizing themselves to become the team’s twelfth man.
Morocco will face Brazil, Scotland and Haiti during the group stage. For these matches scheduled in New Jersey, Foxborough and Atlanta, fans are preparing a massive operation despite obstacles related to visas and ticket prices. "We want players to feel they are never alone," explains Amine, founder of the RossoVerde group, which now has over 600 members since the historic run in Qatar.
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The exceptional atmosphere described by opponents requires heavy logistics, necessitating nearly three weeks of preparation per match. Conductor of this fervor, Oussama, 28, deliberately turns his back to the pitch to lead the chants from the stands. "I believe that the real work of supporters is to push players towards victory," he tells American media The Athletic. The leader believes the public actively participates in the match through their voice.
This ultras culture has its roots in the fiery rivalries between Casablanca’s clubs, Raja and Wydad. When it comes to the national team, the enthusiasm empties the streets and brings together all social classes, as well as the vast diaspora. This sense of unity extends during trips abroad, where the famous slogan "Dima Maghreb" resonates continuously, recalling the great celebrations of 2022 on the double-decker bus in the capital Rabat.
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This fervor comes with an assumed ambition, strengthened by winning the latest Africa Cup of Nations. Initially beaten 1-0 by Senegal, the players recovered the title 57 days later on the decision of the African Confederation, following a protest by Senegalese players who had left the pitch. A late outcome that fuels a completely uninhibited mindset for the upcoming tournament. "We have many talented players. Why not win the title?", wonders Reda, communications manager.
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