Noussair Mazraoui and Abde Ezzalzouli came off against Norway, leaving Mohamed Ouahbi anxious ahead of the World Cup.

Brazil have been chasing an elusive sixth World Cup for near-on two decades. They will face stiff opposition early in emerging power Morocco, while first-timers Haiti and a returning Scotland will eye upsets.

Norway captain Martin Odegaard equalised 15 minutes from time to force a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup warm-up ​international on Sunday.

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi said that the Atlas Lions were not yet certain on whether first choice centreback Nayef Aguerd will be available to contest the FIFA World Cup, and could replace him if his condition does not improve.

Morocco’s most-capped player discussed his country’s chances in North America and reminisced about his Brazilian team-mates at Deportivo La Coruna.

Abde Ezzalzouli suffered a worrying injury against Norway, leaving Morocco anxiously awaiting medical updates before the World Cup.