Former Scotland striker John Spencer has warned that Morocco national football team will pose a serious threat at the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, describing the North African side as “brilliant” and “dynamite” after analysing their recent performances.

Speaking on the SNN Sports Football Voices Podcast, Spencer said Morocco’s rise in international football has made them one of the most dangerous teams in the competition, particularly given their consistency in major tournaments in recent years.

He pointed to their run to the semi-finals at the last World Cup and their narrow miss in continental success, including a strong showing at the Africa Cup of Nations.

“This is a monster group. Morocco are a brilliant team, by the way,” Spencer said. “Very unlucky not to win the Africa Cup of Nations, got to the final. Semi-finalists four years ago.”

Spencer also highlighted Morocco’s attacking quality in wide areas, singling out Brahim Díaz as a key creative force capable of unlocking defences at the highest level.

“They don’t have, on paper, a consistent number nine,” he noted, “but their other attacking players, right and left, Brahim Díaz at Madrid, a magnificent player.”

The former striker added that Morocco’s recent form suggests they are arriving at the tournament in strong shape, referencing a dominant performance in a recent friendly.

“I watched their highlights. Dynamite,” he said.

Despite acknowledging a potential lack of a traditional out-and-out striker, Spencer insisted Morocco’s overall attacking balance and technical quality make them a difficult opponent for any side.

“And I tell you what, we’re in for a tough… it’s going to be a tough group,” he added.