Morocco take on Spain in the last 16 of the World Cup at the Education City Stadium in Ar-Rayyan.
Morocco were one of only three teams to top the group with seven points. Walid Regragui’s side ended their group stage campaign with a 2-1 victory over Canada to secure top spot in group F.
Despite losing 2-1 to Japan in the final group game, Spain qualified for the round of 16 in second place.
Last five games:
Morocco: W W D W D
Spain: L D W W W
Team news
Morocco should be at full strength going into this historic tie. Barring any late injuries during the preparation towards Tuesday’s game, Regragui should have a fully fit squad to select from.
César Azpilicueta and Dani Olmo are both doubts.
Morocco possible starting lineup:
Yassine Bounou; Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd, Romain Saïss, Noussair Mazraoui, Azzedine Ounahi, Sofyan Amrabat, Abdelhamid Sabiri, Hakim Ziyech, Youssef En-Nesyri, Sofiane Boufal.
Spain possible starting lineup:
Unai Simón, César Azpilicueta, Rodri, Pau Torres, Alejandro Balde, Gavi, Sergio Busquets, Pedri, Ferran Torres, Álvaro Morata, Dani Olmo.
Mark Marston | GWFN
