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Spain, Morocco, and Portugal have announced a collaborative plan to submit a joint bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This initiative was revealed by Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) President Rafael Louzán during a presentation at Madrid’s Rey Juan Carlos University. Louzán......
FIFA is contemplating a significant expansion of the 2030 World Cup, potentially increasing the number of participating teams to 64. This move aims to commemorate the centennial of the tournament, as reported by The New York Times. During a recent video conference, FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed......
Romain Saiss, captain of Morocco’s national football team, is in recovery following surgery for a severe ankle injury sustained during training. The 34-year-old defender, now playing for Qatari club Al-Sadd SC, underwent the procedure under the care of renowned surgeon Dr. Pieter D’Hooghe. The......
The football federations of Morocco, Spain, and Portugal are taking steps to unify their efforts in organizing the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced on Tuesday the establishment of joint commissions aimed at ensuring seamless collaboration among the three host......
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......
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......
Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has placed squad reinforcement at the center of his contract renewal negotiations with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. The forward, whose current contract expires at the season's end, has expressed openness to extending his stay but with specific conditions......
Morocco is rapidly emerging as a formidable force in international football, drawing global attention with its strategic investments in infrastructure, talent development, and the use of football for diplomacy and economic growth. The country’s efforts, showcased in a recent New York Times article,......
Morocco has officially been chosen as the host for the FIFA Africa Bureau headquarters, marking a pivotal moment for the advancement of football across the African continent. The agreement, signed in Marrakech following the 2024 CAF Awards, underscores Morocco's growing influence in sports governance......
Morocco has been awarded the honor of hosting the next two U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments, scheduled for 2025 and 2026. The first event will take place from March 30 to April 19, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's sports calendar. The announcement was made on December......
In a momentous decision, FIFA's extraordinary Congress, conducted via videoconference on Wednesday, officially announced that Morocco, Spain, and Portugal will jointly host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. This announcement was confirmed by Morocco's Press Agency (MAP). Patrice Motsepe, President of......
FIFA is preparing for a historic virtual congress this Wednesday that will officially designate the host nations for the 2030 and 2034 World Cup tournaments. This momentous occasion comes after a complex geopolitical process and bidding shifts, culminating in the final, unopposed selection of host countries......
Saudi Arabia is poised to be named the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom's ambitious plans to establish itself as a global leader in sports. However, this announcement has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations, highlighting concerns about......
