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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is under intense scrutiny after firing Noumandiez Désiré Doué, its head of refereeing, less than five months before Morocco hosts the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The move comes amid mounting pressure to address inconsistencies, bias......
FIFA President Gianni Infantino toured the newly reconstructed Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, accompanied by Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) President Fouzi Lekjaa. The visit highlighted Morocco’s ambitious efforts to modernize its football infrastructure and its growing role......
In a significant step toward the 2030 World Cup, the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) inaugurated a new regional office in Morocco on Saturday, the first of its kind in North Africa. The office, located near Rabat, will serve as a key coordination hub for the tournament, which......
Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, is back in Morocco, where he was warmly welcomed by Fouzi Lekjaa, the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), on Saturday, July 19. Upon his arrival, Infantino took a moment to praise the country's growing influence in the world of football. "I......
Moroccan athlete Soufiane El Bakkali showcased his exceptional talent by winning the men's 3,000 meters steeplechase at the Monaco Diamond League, one of the premier events in international athletics. El Bakkali finished with a time of 8 minutes and 3.18 seconds, outpacing Japan’s Ryuji Miura,......
A major controversy erupted during the opening of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Rabat after a promotional video displayed a divided map of Morocco. The advertisement, aired on Morocco’s national sports channel Arryadia, excluded the country’s southern provinces,......
The Africa Women’s Cup of Nations has made a vibrant return to Morocco, bringing some of the most electrifying football on the continent. The tournament, hosted across five Moroccan cities, is accompanied by dedicated live coverage from experts and correspondents stationed at the heart of the action. In......
Achraf Hakimi’s stellar performances and leadership at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have sparked a global campaign advocating for his inclusion among the top contenders for the prestigious Ballon d’Or. Support for the Moroccan star has transcended borders, with fans, public figures, and media......
Morocco’s women’s national team launched their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a fiercely contested 2-2 draw against Zambia on Saturday. The match showcased determination and tactical prowess from both sides, setting the stage for a promising tournament. After......
Nigeria and Tunisia will face off today in their opening game of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with kickoff scheduled for 5 p.m. local time in Morocco. The much-anticipated match marks the start of the campaign for both teams as they aim to make their mark on the continental......
The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, praised Morocco’s significant contributions to the development of African football as the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicked off in Rabat. The tournament, running from July 5 to 26, highlights the growing......
Moroccan football stars Achraf Hakimi and Yassine Bounou have been named in the Best XI of the 2025 Club World Cup Round of 16, held in the United States, as announced by DAZN Football. Both players showcased their exceptional talent, playing pivotal roles in advancing their respective teams to the quarterfinals. Hakimi,......
Five young Moroccan handball players disappeared from their team headquarters during an Under-19 tournament held in Poland in late June, raising serious concerns among officials and prompting a formal investigation. The Moroccan National Authority for Fighting Corruption in Sports described the incident......
