Morocco's Atlas Lions are gearing up for another World Cup showdown, but their preparations have been marred by controversy. The team, which stunned the football world by reaching the semifinals in 2022, is facing a tumultuous buildup to the tournament. Coach Walid Regragui's decision to drop key players from the squad has sparked a heated debate among fans and pundits alike, while the team's training sessions have been plagued by reports of infighting and dissent. As the Atlas Lions look to build on their historic 2022 run, they must first put their internal issues to rest and focus on the task at hand: taking on the world's best teams and making a deep run in the competition.
The Atlas Lions aim to better their historic 2022 semifinal appearance but have had a chaotic run-in.
