Yassine Bounou
Known by his nickname "Bono," this Moroccan shot-stopper is widely considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world right now, making jaw-dropping saves look almost routine while playing for Sevilla in Spain's top league. He was a massive reason Morocco made history at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, becoming the first African nation ever to reach the semifinals, where Bono's ability to stop penalty kicks felt almost supernatural — he saved two in a single shootout against Spain. Heading into 2026, he's the backbone of a Moroccan team that will have the enormous advantage of playing on home soil (the tournament is shared across Morocco, the US, and Canada), which means expect a passionate crowd behind him and serious pressure on every team that faces him. If Morocco gets to a penalty shootout, just watch his face — he studies shooters like a chess player and has a gift for guessing right at the exact moment that matters most.