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Kia Maroc drives padel's rise with bold support for national champions

Kia Maroc has solidified its position as a key supporter of padel’s growing popularity in Morocco by becoming the official sponsor of both the men’s and women’s national teams. This commitment, spearheaded by BAMOTORS Maroc, reflects the brand’s ambition to back an emerging sport......

Morocco's green mobility plans ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco prepares to acquire 7,000 buses, with focus on electric vehicles Morocco has unveiled an ambitious plan to purchase 7,000 buses as part of its preparations for major sporting events, including the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal. Ryad Mezzour, Morocco’s......

Liverpool sets sights on Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz for summer transfer

Real Madrid's Moroccan midfielder Brahim Diaz has caught the attention of Liverpool's manager Arne Slot as a potential target for the upcoming summer transfer window. Despite limited playing time at the Santiago Bernabéu, Diaz has made a significant impact this season, contributing three......

Portuguese coach takes helm at Moroccan powerhouse AS FAR

Alexandre Santos has been appointed as the new head coach of AS FAR, the Rabat-based football club announced on Sunday. Santos succeeds Frenchman Hubert Velud, who departed from his position on February 5. The Portuguese tactician brings extensive experience from his work across European, African, and......

The 2030 World Cup: A Unique Opportunity for Moroccan Youth

The 2030 World Cup presents an unprecedented opportunity for Moroccan youth, as highlighted during a recent discussion event under the theme “The World Cup: What Opportunities for Youth?”. Morocco will require nearly 30,000 young volunteers for this global sporting event, which will serve......

Bilal El Khannouss named "Rising Star of the Year" for the second time

Moroccan international Bilal El Khannouss has been honored as the "Rising Star of the Year 2024" in the Belgian Pro League for the second time. The award was presented during the 71st Golden Shoe Gala held in Middelkerke, northwest Belgium. El Khannouss, who played for Genk last season, transferred......

Morocco's women's national football team prepares for 2024 Africa Cup of Nations

As the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (AWCON) approaches, Morocco’s national women’s football team is gearing up with two friendly matches against Ghana and Haiti. These games, scheduled for February 21 and 25 at Casablanca’s Père Jégo Stadium, are part of a......

Badr Hari's arrest: Kickboxing champion faces serious charges

The renowned Moroccan kickboxing champion, Badr Hari, was detained by Dutch authorities in Amsterdam on Sunday evening. He is under investigation for allegedly assaulting his ex-wife, Daphné, who is also the mother of his five children. Following his arrest, Hari spent the night in police custody......

Morocco's football chief honored at Arab Sports summit for transformative impact

During a prestigious ceremony in Doha, Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), received the 2024 Appreciation Prize from the Arab Sports Culture Association. The accolade was presented at the 5th Annual Congress of Arab Sports Culture, which focused on Olympic champion......

Moroccan players shine across Europe: Bakraoui, Saibari, El Hilali, and Ounahi deliver key performances

Moroccan players continue to make an impact in European football, showcasing their talents in matches across various leagues this Saturday. Yanis Bakraoui kicked off the action by securing a late victory for his team, Estoril, in their 2-1 win against Gil Vicente in the Portuguese league. The Moroccan......

Schedule announced for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

The governing body of African football has officially released the match schedule for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will be hosted in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The opening match of the prestigious tournament will feature Morocco against Comoros on December......

Hakim Ziyech joins Al Duhail: A new chapter in his career

The Moroccan international, Hakim Ziyech, has officially joined the Qatari club Al Duhail after leaving Galatasaray in Turkey. This move marks the end of a lengthy and eventful transfer saga for the "Atlas Lion." The Qatar-based club confirmed Ziyech’s signing in a carefully crafted announcement,......

Morocco to host African Clubs Association headquarters in Salé

In a significant development for African football, an agreement was signed on Monday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex to establish the headquarters of the African Clubs Association (ACA) in Salé, Morocco. The signing ceremony featured Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation......