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Moroccan Women's National Team to Play Two Friendlies Against Burkina Faso on February 27 and March 3

Moroccan Women's National Team to Play Two Friendlies Against Burkina Faso on February 27 and March 3

T.E (Elbotola)
25 February 2026at22:30

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has announced two friendly matches for the women's national team, as part of their preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finals, which Morocco will host.

The "Atlas Lionesses" will face Burkina Faso on Friday, February 27, and Tuesday, March 3. Both matches are scheduled to kick off at 10:00 PM at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex in Rabat.

The Moroccan women's team recently concluded a training camp at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maâmora, Salé. Head coach Jorge Vilda Rodríguez called up 32 players for this preparatory gathering.

It is worth noting that the Kingdom of Morocco will remain the host of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held from March 17 to April 3 upcoming, with the participation of 16 African teams.

The Moroccan women's team is currently in Group A alongside Algeria, Senegal, and Kenya.

When will the Moroccan Women's National Team play their friendly matches against Burkina Faso?

The Atlas Lionesses will play Burkina Faso on February 27 and March 3, both at 10:00 PM CET in Rabat. These matches are crucial for their 2026 WAFCON preparations.

How do these friendly matches contribute to Morocco's preparations for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations?

These two encounters against Burkina Faso are vital for the Moroccan women's team as they fine-tune their strategy and squad ahead of hosting the 2026 WAFCON finals.

What is the primary objective behind the Moroccan women's team playing these friendly matches?

The main objective is to prepare the Atlas Lionesses for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which Morocco will host. Coach Jorge Vilda Rodríguez is evaluating his squad.
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