Morocco listed as MAR at 2026 World Cup due to ISO code
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Morocco's designation as MAR at the 2026 World Cup has sparked confusion among fans, who expected the team to be listed as MOR. The designation stems from Morocco's official French name, 'Maroc,' which corresponds to the ISO alpha-3 code MAR. Understanding this abbreviation clarifies the naming for viewers supporting the national team during the tournament.
- •Morocco appears in the World Cup for the second consecutive time.
- •Fans expected the abbreviation to be MOR instead of MAR.
- •MAR corresponds to Morocco's official French name, 'Maroc.'
- •The ISO alpha-3 code is utilized for international identification.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why Morocco is listed as MAR at 2026 World Cup
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