AFCON finalist Morocco will face Paraguay, who finished sixth in CONMEBOL qualifying, in Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in a valuable World Cup warm-up for both teams. The international friendly between Morocco vs Paraguay is scheduled at 20:00 CET (3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT).
Morocco arrive under new head coach Mohamed Ouahbi after drawing 1-1 with Ecuador, while Paraguay come in after a 1-0 win over Greece, so both teams should feel they have enough form to make this a serious test rather than a casual friendly.
This is one of the standout fixtures of the March 2026 international window for Africa-South America and serves as important preparation for both teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group Stage, Morocco is in Group C with Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, while Paraguay is in Group D with the USA and Australia.
Morocco vs Paraguay – Match Details, Date, Time, Predictions, Lineups & More
- Match: Morocco vs Paraguay
- Tournament: International Friendly.
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
- Time: 2:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM local time in Lens.
- Stadium: Stade Bollaert-Delelis, Lens, France.
- Broadcast: In the U.S., JustWatch lists the match on fuboTV.
Morocco Preview
Morocco are entering a new phase under Mohamed Ouahbi, who replaced Walid Regragui earlier in March. Reuters reported that Morocco’s first game under the new coach ended 1-1 against Ecuador, with Neil El Aynaoui scoring the equalizer, so this friendly against Paraguay is another chance to build chemistry before the World Cup.
The Atlas Lions still have elite quality, especially through Achraf Hakimi, Yassine Bounou, Nayef Aguerd, Noussair Mazraoui, Azzedine Ounahi, Bilal El Khannouss, Ismael Saibari, Brahim Díaz, and Ayoub El Kaabi.
Morocco World News’ squad list shows Ouahbi mixing experience with youth, which suggests a balanced, high-energy approach rather than a full tactical reset.
Paraguay Preview
Paraguay arrive with a 26-player squad named by Gustavo Alfaro, with notable names including Miguel Almirón, Julio Enciso, Diego Gómez, Gustavo Gómez, and Antonio Sanabria. They also beat Greece 1-0 in their most recent friendly, which gives them a nice confidence boost heading into this match.
Paraguay’s strength is their compact shape and direct attacking style. If they can keep Morocco from controlling the tempo, they have enough quality in transition to cause problems, especially with Enciso and Almirón carrying pace and creativity from wide areas.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The history between the two teams is very limited, with only one meeting on record. Morocco holds a slight edge in recent friendlies, but their sole senior head-to-head clash with Paraguay ended in a 0-0 draw in 2022.
| Date | Competition Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 27, 2022 | International Friendly | Paraguay 0-0 Morocco |
Morocco vs Paraguay Starting XI
Morocco (4-2-3-1): Bounou; Hakimi, Diop, Aguerd, Salah-Eddine; El Aynaoui, Ounahi; Ezzalzouli, El Khannouss, Díaz; El Kaabi. This is a projected XI based on the official squad list and recent team news, not a confirmed lineup.
Paraguay (4-3-3): Olveira; Benítez, Gustavo Gómez, Alderete, Alonso; Bobadilla, Romero, Diego Gómez; Enciso, Sanabria, Almirón. This is also a projected XI based on Paraguay’s announced squad and recent team-news coverage.
Key Players to Watch
Morocco
- Achraf Hakimi – World-class overlapping runs and attacking threat.
- Hakim Ziyech – Creative playmaker and set-piece specialist.
- Ayoub El Kaabi – Prolific goal scorer.
Paraguay
- Miguel Almiron – Premier League experience and pace on the wing.
- Miguel Ángel Alcaraz – Dynamic forward.
- Gustavo Gómez – Defensive leader.
Match Prediction
This looks like a fairly even international friendly, but Morocco have a bit more top-end quality and home-style rhythm from their recent squad reshuffle, even in a neutral venue.
Paraguay is organised and in form, so this should stay tight, but Morocco’s individual talent may be the difference.
That is an inference based on recent results, squad strength, and the official team news.
- Prediction: Morocco 2-1 Paraguay.
Where to Watch Morocco vs Paraguay
For U.S. viewers, the match will be available on multiple sources in both English and Spanish. The match page also confirms the fixture time and venue in Lens, France.
- USA: Likely on ESPN+, fuboTV, or Paramount+ (check local listings closer to date).
- Morocco: Arryadia or beIN Sports.
- Paraguay: Local broadcasters or streaming platforms.
- Global: FIFA+ (free in many countries) and official YouTube channels for highlights.
When is Morocco vs Paraguay?
Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
What time does Morocco vs Paraguay kick off?
2:00 PM ET, which is 8:00 PM local time in Lens.
Where is the match being played?
Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, France.
Where can I watch it in the U.S.?
JustWatch lists fuboTV.
Who will win the Match?
On paper, Morocco holds a slight edge thanks to their individual talent and squad depth, but Paraguay’s current form keeps things tight. This assessment comes from the official squad list and recent performances.
