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Moroccan Referees Shine on the Global Stage: Seven Officials Chosen for 2023 CAN

In a remarkable display of recognition, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has selected seven highly skilled Moroccan referees to officiate the grand finale of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2023). This prestigious event is scheduled to take place in Côte d'Ivoire from January 13 to......

Seven Moroccan Referees Selected for the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has announced the selection of seven Moroccan referees who will participate in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), scheduled from January 13 to February 11, 2024, in Côte d'Ivoire. Morocco tops the list of 68 referees, including central referees,......

Soufiane El Bakkali Honored as Second Best Male Athlete of 2023 by African Athletics Confederation

Moroccan steeplechase champion Soufiane El Bakkali has been named the second-best male athlete of the year 2023 by the African Athletics Confederation (CAA). El Bakkali, who clinched his second consecutive world title in August in Budapest, maintained his impressive consistency throughout 2023, remaining......

Morocco Maintains its Prestigious Position in the FIFA Rankings

Morocco, home to the Lions of the Atlas, proudly solidifies its 13th place globally in the latest International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) ranking, released this Thursday. With a total of 1661.69 points, the Moroccan national team maintains its dominant position in Africa, placing them......

Moroccan Triumph in Karting: Roaring Glory in the Mena Nations Cup 2023 Championship

In a dazzling display of skill and determination, the Moroccan national karting team emerged victorious at the 2023 Mena Nations Cup, a prestigious event hosted in Qatar from December 12-16, with the esteemed backing of the International Automobile Federation. With a robust 16-driver delegation spanning......

Morocco Emerges Victorious at African Tang Soo Do Championships, Securing 5 Gold Medals

The African Tang Soo Do Championships in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, showcased a remarkable display of dominance by the Moroccan national team this week. Climbing to the pinnacle of success with five gold medals and an impressive silver, Team Morocco underscored their status as Africa’s......

PSG Poised for Debut in the Inaugural FIFA Club World Cup in 2025

On Sunday, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) revealed plans for an expanded Club World Cup tournament set to make its debut in June 2025. Notably, powerhouses such as Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, and Real Madrid have already secured spots in this highly......

The Morocco Equestrian Trophy Celebrates its 17th Edition

The 17th edition of the Morocco Equestrian Trophy took place in Rabat on January 6, 2024. Centered around the theme "The Canter of the Stars... Lights on the Track," this honorary event celebrated the unsung heroes of the equestrian world and rewarded the winners across ten scheduled categories.......

Barcelona Faces Shower Ban Amidst Spain's Worst Drought in Decades

Barcelona Football Club is grappling with the repercussions of recent water restrictions in the drought-stricken region of Catalonia, where the team is presently hosting home games. A setback comes in the form of a prohibition on player use of showers at both their current stadium, Estadi Olímpic......

Champions League Round of 16 Takes Shape as European Giants Advance

The stage is now set for the knockout phase of the UEFA Champions League, with 16 teams securing their spots in the Round of 16 following the conclusion of the group stage. Among the group winners, we find the defending champions, Bayern Munich, alongside other European powerhouses such as Real Madrid,......

Mazraoui's AFCON Participation Uncertain Following Calf Injury

Noussair Mazraoui, the Moroccan right-back, is currently in suspense as he awaits confirmation on his availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having suffered a torn left calf bundle while representing Bayern Munich. The 24-year-old player was forced to leave the field early in the......

Bounou Claims African Goalkeeper of the Year Award in Glitzy Marrakech Ceremony

The prestigious Palais des Congrès in Morocco radiated an air of celebration and panache last night as the continent's football elite adorned themselves in their most dazzling kits for the landmark CAF Awards 2023. Amidst the constellations of talent that graced the auditorium, one man emerged......

Younes El Mechrafi Reelected as Vice President of the Global Corporate Sports Federation

Younes El Mechrafi has been reelected for another four-year term as the Vice President of Africa for the World Federation for Company Sport (WFCS). The election took place during their General Assembly on December 8th in Leon, Mexico. El Mechrafi, currently serving as the General Manager of the Moroccan......