Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, has expressed full support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, calling his decision to withdraw the 'FIFA Forward Enterprise' project 'wise'. This statement comes as the Morocco national team is performing strongly in the 2026 World Cup, currently sitting in second place in their group with 7 points from 3 matches (2 wins and 1 draw).
What is Infantino's decision that Morocco supports?
Lekjaa noted that while the 'FIFA Forward Enterprise' project sparked differing opinions, maintaining unity within the global football family remains the top priority. He described Infantino's decision as one that 'reinforces the spirit of solidarity and cohesion among FIFA member associations'.
Why is this support important for Morocco?
Lekjaa reiterated his support for Infantino in all initiatives aimed at developing the game and enhancing its presence and growth across different continents. He emphasized that the unity of global football remains the fundamental belief guiding the work of this large family and the decisions it makes.
What is the next step?
With the Morocco national team performing strongly in the 2026 World Cup, having scored 6 goals and conceded 3 for a +3 goal difference, fans are looking forward to better performances in upcoming matches. However, the team faces challenges due to the absence of Ismail Saibari, who is sidelined with an injury.
How does this impact global football?
Lekjaa confirmed that the progress made in global football over the past few years, thanks to development programs launched by FIFA, particularly in Africa, represents a gain that must be preserved to serve the interests of all member associations.
