Morocco’s under-23 national team will face its Ethiopian counterpart in a two-legged tie on November 12 and 17, 2026, as part of the second round of qualifiers for the Africa U23 Cup of Nations (U23 AFCON).
The two matches will be played home and away, with the first leg taking place in Ethiopia before the return leg in Rabat.
The first leg is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, at Dire Dawa Stadium in Ethiopia, with kick-off set for 4:00 p.m. local time, or 1:00 p.m. in Morocco. The match will be officiated by Malagasy referee Andriatsara Arnaud Zafimahatoha, assisted by his compatriots Larenion Miladera and Ravoavy Hasinoro Fitiavana.
The return leg will take place on Tuesday, November 17, at Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, starting at 3:30 p.m. Nigerian referee Abubakar Abdallah will officiate this second encounter, assisted by his compatriots Ahmed Tijani Mustapha and Tejiri Besmart Digbori.
These two matches represent an important step for the Atlas Cubs, who will aim to secure qualification for the next stage of the continental competition.