Former Morocco captain Romain Saïss has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 34, having featured for the Atlas Lions since 2012.
Saïss earned 86 caps for Morocco and captained the side during one of the most successful periods in the nation’s football history, including their historic run to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar — the first African team to reach that stage of the tournament.
The former Atlas Lions captain wrote, “Today I conclude the most beautiful chapter of my football life. After deep reflection, I announce my retirement from international football with great emotion. Wearing and leading the Moroccan national team jersey will remain the greatest honour of my career.
Saïss also led Morocco during the recent TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations campaigns, including a final appearance in continental competition earlier this year.
Saïss also reflected on the broader progress of the national game, highlighting the advances made in training facilities and organisational standards that have positioned Morocco among Africa’s leading football nations.
