What happened in Monterrey 1986?

Morocco returns to Monterrey with 1986 memories and ambition to beat Netherlands in the 2026 World Cup. After 40 years, the Moroccan national team returns to the Mexican city of Monterrey, which is associated with the beginning of one of the most prominent historical stations in the World Cup.

Wahbi: We are not afraid of the Netherlands

Coach Mohamed Wahbi confirmed that Morocco enters the match against the Netherlands in the round of 32 without any special calculations, emphasizing that he is prepared for all scenarios and said: We knew we might play in Mexico, we were prepared for all scenarios, we could have finished the first round in first, second or even third place and we are ready.

Defending Diaz and team unity

Wahbi defended midfielder Ibrahim Diaz, confirming that he is a great player with high artistic value, saying: Ibrahim is a player who was the top scorer and best player in the African Nations Cup, and plays for Real Madrid. He is a very great player and will give us a lot.

DateMatchResult
2026-01-18Senegal - Morocco0-3

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Morocco has won 4 matches and drawn once in the last 5 matches, and now returns to Monterrey after 40 years with 1986 memories and ambition to beat Netherlands in the 2026 World Cup.