Morocco's Atlas Lions in Pot 3 for FIFA World Cup Draw

FIFA has announced the procedures for the final draw for the 2022 Qatar World Cup

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Because Morocco’s football team retained its position as the 24th best team worldwide in the latest FIFA ranking

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The 32 qualifying teams are divided into four different pots based on FIFA’s latest world ranking.

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The final draw is scheduled to take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Doha, Qatar, on April 1.

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