Morocco breaks Spain's record for longest winning streak

Morocco has set a new historic achievement, surpassing Spain for the longest winning streak among national teams. The Atlas Lions defeated Congo 1-0 on Tuesday, concluding their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, completing an incredible winning streak. Youssef En-Nesyri scored the winning goal in the 63rd minute, leading Morocco to finish Group E with 24 points from eight matches, achieving a perfect score, a feat unmatched by any African team in World Cup qualifying. With this victory, Morocco has now won 16 consecutive matches since its 2-1 victory over Zambia in the third round of the qualifiers on June 7, 2024, breaking the previous record of 15 consecutive wins held by Spain between June 26, 2008, and June 20, 2009. This achievement reflects the tactical discipline and high fighting spirit of the team, which has demonstrated great consistency under the leadership of the technical staff, succeeding in imposing a cohesive style of play that has made the team difficult to penetrate over the past matches. This streak places Morocco at the forefront of the history of consecutive victories for a global team, surpassing major teams such as France, Brazil, and Australia, who have each recorded 14 consecutive wins at different periods.

Longest winning streak for national teams:
Morocco: 16 consecutive wins / June 7, 2024 - ongoing
Spain: 15 consecutive wins / June 26, 2008 - June 20, 2009
France: 14 consecutive wins / March 29, 2003 - February 18, 2004
Brazil: 14 consecutive wins / June 10, 1997 - December 12, 1997
Australia: 14 consecutive wins / October 27, 1996 - October 1, 1997
This achievement represents a strong boost for the Moroccan national team before the final stages of the World Cup qualifiers, and increases optimism among fans about the ability of the "Atlas Lions" to shine in the 2026 World Cup and achieve other historic results on the international stage.