Under the instructions of King Mohammed VI, Prince Moulay Rachid received members of the Moroccan National Football Team on Monday at the Royal Guests Palace in Rabat.

The team finished as runners-up at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025.

Prince Moulay Rachid was welcomed by the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fouzi Lekjaa, the National Team coach, Walid Regragui, and the players, before posing for a commemorative photo.

The reception reflects the King’s ongoing support for youth development through sports and his particular interest in football.

Immediately after the final match against Senegal, King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to the National Team.

He praised the players, stating, “Through this distinguished campaign, you have demonstrated that perseverance, dedication, and team spirit are the keys to achieving excellence” and “shown the world what Moroccan and African youth can accomplish when they believe in their talents and abilities.”

The King also highlighted the broader significance of the team’s performance.

“You proved, through determination and your heroic and honourable performance, the importance of my strategic vision to invest in human capital and modernise the Kingdom’s infrastructure, which demonstrated your resilience and world-class preparation ahead of the 2030 World Cup,” he said.