For FIFA, Morocco’s decision to let Nordin Amrabat play after he suffered a concussion is «questionable».
Geopolitical issues have influenced the vote that took place Wednesday during the FIFA congress. Some of Morocco’s classical allies backed the North American bid changing the game.
The United States, Mexico and Canada are to host the 2026 World Cup after the North American bid received 134 votes. Only 65 football federations voted for Morocco.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the football governing body can afford having Morocco host the 2026 World Cup. His statement comes as task force validated the Moroccan bid.