France’s national football team coach, Didier Deschamps, has identified Morocco as a potential contender for success at the 2026 World Cup. He believes they could replicate the strong showing they achieved at the Qatar 2022 tournament. In an interview with *Le Figaro*, Deschamps highlighted France, Spain, Portugal, England, Germany, Brazil, and Argentina as frontrunners for the championship title. He acknowledged Morocco’s growing strength and potential to advance deep into the competition. Deschamps’ comments suggest an increased recognition of African teams’ rising capabilities on the global stage. The coach’s assessment comes as preparations begin for the next World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.