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Moroccan Football Clubs Lead in Profitable Player Transfers

A collaboration between Asharq Business and Bloomberg titled "Mercato Asharq 2023" delves into the lucrative realm of player transfers within Arab football clubs with meticulous detail. Over the past five years, from 2019 to 2023, these clubs have collectively amassed an impressive $220 million......

Brahim Diaz: Caught in a National Team Dilemma Between Spain and Morocco

With the international break looming, the spotlight falls on Real Madrid's rising star, Brahim Diaz, who finds himself in the midst of a dilemma as both the Spanish and Moroccan national teams vie for his allegiance. Reports indicate that both football federations are determined not to let the talented......

Justice for Reda Arshad: A Tragic Loss in the Football Community

In a devastating turn of events, Atlético Libertad, a Spanish amateur football club, announced the untimely passing of their 21-year-old Moroccan player, Reda Arshad, who was tragically killed in the Santa Clara neighborhood of Seville on Sunday morning. The club's official statement, conveyed......

Real Madrid Star Brahim Díaz Chooses Morocco Over Spain

In a significant decision preceding upcoming international tournaments, Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Díaz has elected to represent Morocco at the international level. The 24-year-old, who traces his heritage to Morocco through his father, had the option to play for either Morocco or his birth......

Real Madrid Strategizes to Recruit Former Prospect Achraf Hakimi

Sources reveal that Real Madrid, the defending champions, are actively pursuing Moroccan international fullback Achraf Hakimi to return to the Spanish capital. A recent report by The Athletic outlines two potential scenarios through which Los Blancos are considering acquiring the highly sought-after......

Moroccan Surfer Secures Silver Medal Performance at World Surfing Games

Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam has cemented his name in the annals of surfing history by clinching the silver medal at the recent International Surfing Association (ISA) World Surfing Games in Puerto Rico. This remarkable achievement marks the first-ever medal earned by a Moroccan athlete in this esteemed......

Spanish Prosecutors to Appeal for Harsher Sentence in Dani Alves Rape Case

In a recent development concerning the high-profile rape case involving former Brazilian football star Dani Alves, judicial sources have disclosed that Spanish prosecutors plan to appeal the four-and-a-half-year sentence issued to the player on February 22, 2024. Initially seeking a nine-year prison......

Real Madrid Star Set to Elevate Morocco's Global Football Aspirations

Morocco's national football team is poised to elevate its prowess with the potential addition of Brahim Diaz, a rising star from Real Madrid, as they gear up for crucial qualification matches. Sources close to the negotiations indicate that Diaz is on the brink of committing to represent Morocco......

Cristiano Ronaldo's Controversial Gesture Shocks Saudi Audience

Cristiano Ronaldo, the renowned Portuguese footballer, finds himself embroiled in controversy once more following offensive gestures captured on camera in Saudi Arabia, sparking outrage among local fans and raising ethical concerns. Having played for Al-Nassr FC in Riyadh for over a year now, the 39-year-old......

Ziyech's Return to Galatasaray Signals Hope for Club and Country

Hakim Ziyech's triumphant return to full fitness marks a significant uplift for both his Turkish club and the Moroccan national team. The talented midfielder has resumed training with Galatasaray after overcoming a debilitating ankle injury that had sidelined him for weeks. Reports from Turkish......

QPR Midfielder Ilias Chair Receives Jail Sentence for Violent Assault on Truck Driver

QPR midfielder Ilias Chair, a Belgian-born Moroccan international, has been sentenced to one year in prison following his conviction for a violent assault that resulted in severe skull fractures for a truck driver. In a regrettable incident dating back to 2020 in northern France, Chair, along with his......

Impending Departure of Achraf Hakimi from PSG Signals Shift in Club Dynamics

The tremors of Kylian Mbappé's impending departure to Real Madrid are still reverberating through the Paris Saint-Germain squad, potentially signaling another significant loss for the club. Reports from the Spanish publication Defensa Central suggest that fullback Achraf Hakimi is eyeing a......

Real Madrid Star Vinicius Jr Champions Education-Balanced Lifestyle During Inspirational Moroccan School Visit

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr took a meaningful detour during his Moroccan getaway this week to engage with students in Marrakesh. Upon his arrival in the historic Red City for a brief respite, the Brazilian footballer made a special visit to an esteemed honors preparatory school nestled in the central......