Morocco's next generation has announced its arrival in emphatic fashion.
The Morocco women's U-17 national team opened its 2026 Mediterranean Games campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Slovenia on Saturday, August 22, at the Franco Fanzi Stadium in Brindisi, Italy.
The performance gave the young Atlas Lionesses the perfect beginning to the 20th edition of the Mediterranean Games.
A Dominant Start in Brindisi
After a goalless opening half, Morocco returned from the break with renewed energy and quickly turned its control into goals.
Imane Dahissi opened the scoring in the 50th minute, giving the young Lionesses the breakthrough they had been searching for.
The goal immediately lifted the team's momentum.
Four Goals and a Statement Performance
Morocco continued to press forward and doubled its advantage in the 61st minute, when Nesma Mouradi confidently converted from the penalty spot.
Just two minutes later, Chaimae Boughazi added a third, putting the match firmly in Morocco's hands.
Mouradi then completed her brace in the 66th minute, bringing the score to 4-0 and putting the finishing touch on a remarkable second-half attacking display.
The Next Challenge Arrives Quickly
The young Lionesses will have little time to rest before returning to action.
Morocco's second group-stage match will come against Portugal on Sunday, August 23, with kickoff scheduled for 8 p.m. local time.
After such a powerful opening performance, the team will enter the next encounter full of confidence and belief.
A Bright Beginning for Morocco's Young Generation
A four-goal victory in the opening round provides an ideal platform for Morocco's U-17 side as the Mediterranean Games campaign continues.
The young Lionesses have made their intentions clear from the very beginning: they have arrived in Italy ready to compete, grow, and represent Morocco with pride.
Four goals, three points, and a dream that has started in spectacular fashion, the future of Moroccan women's football is already making its voice heard in Brindisi.