Walid Regragui has already found a job: he should even be at the 2026 World Cup

According to information reported by the media winwin, the Saudi football federation is actively preparing the succession of Renard. The latter is going through a major turbulent period after a crushing defeat in a friendly match against Egypt (4-0). A new setback this Tuesday, March 31 against Serbia could seal his fate definitively.

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In this quest for a new impetus, Walid Regragui’s profile stands out clearly from the rest. While prestigious names like Xavi Hernandez (who would have declined the offer), Roberto De Zerbi or Ruben Amorim have been mentioned, it is the architect of Morocco’s historic epic in Qatar who is in the lead. The Saudi TV show "In the 90" even goes further by estimating the chances of seeing the Moroccan technician take over the national team at 80%.

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The stakes are colossal for Saudi Arabia, which has inherited a tough group for the 2026 World Cup alongside Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde. Walid Regragui’s expertise in managing major competitions and his ability to sublimate a collective make him the number one asset to stabilize a selection in full doubt as the tournament approaches.