FIFA has praised Morocco’s youth football structure after assessment visits under its global talent development programme.
The review examined how Morocco scouts, trains and transitions young players into elite football through a clearly mapped system.
Top clubs including Wydad Athletic Club and Raja Club Athletic were part of the evaluation process.
According to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, FIFA officials were impressed with the long-term vision driving the programme.
The model is now being viewed as a possible template for other African countries.
For Ghana, the development raises important questions about how youth systems can be strengthened to remain competitive on the continent.
Morocco’s recent youth successes, including global and continental performances, underline the benefits of sustained grassroots investment.
FIFA is expected to host a technical seminar in Morocco in April 2026 to further enhance coaching capacity.
Financial backing will also be provided to improve facilities within the programme, with funds centrally supervised to ensure efficiency.
As African football grows increasingly competitive, Ghana’s stakeholders may see Morocco’s approach as a timely case study.
