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Issa Diop starts for Morocco against Brazil at World Cup

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Issa Diop starts for Morocco against Brazil at World Cup
Summary

Issa Diop is in the starting XI for Morocco as they face Brazil in Group C of the World Cup. The Premier League defender, currently with Fulham, recently switched allegiance to Morocco after previously representing France at youth level. Diop debuted for the Atlas Lions in March 2026 and is seen as a key player for the team. Morocco aims to advance far in the tournament, facing a significant challenge against the Brazilian side led by Carlo Ancelotti.

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  • •Issa Diop plays for Fulham in the Premier League.
  • •Diop switched allegiance to Morocco in March 2026.
  • •Morocco’s match against Brazil is part of Group C.
  • •Diop made his debut for Morocco in a 1-1 draw against Ecuador.
  • •Morocco is considered an outside favorite in the tournament.
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Premier League fans will be familiar with the name Issa Diop, who is in Morocco’s starting XI to face Brazil at the World Cup. Morocco have been tipped as an outside favourite to go far in the tournament and face the toughest test in their Group C campaign against Carlo Ancelotti’s side.

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