Morocco’s preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup are placing the future Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane at the centre of the country’s ambitions to deliver a major international sporting event. The project is expected to become a landmark venue for Moroccan football, with its construction schedule and planned use ahead of the......

Ismael Saibari delivered an impressive attacking performance as Bayern Munich secured a commanding 6-1 victory over Magdeburg in the German Cup, helping the defending champions book their place in the round of 16. The Moroccan international played a decisive role in the match on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, contributing both a goal and an......

Wydad Athletic Club and Raja Club Athletic have been unsuccessful in their efforts to postpone the temporary closure of Mohammed V Sports Complex in Casablanca, as preparations continue for an upcoming international fixture involving Morocco and Niger. The presidents of the two Casablanca-based clubs, Jawad Ziyat of Raja and Ibrahim El Asri......

Morocco’s emerging football generation is attracting international attention after the national under-15 team delivered an impressive run at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan. With five victories in five preliminary-stage matches, the Atlas Cubs have demonstrated their potential while reinforcing Morocco’s......

Morocco’s RS Berkane and Maghreb de Fès (MAS) will face demanding challenges in the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League after being drawn into competitive groups that will test their ambitions on the continental stage. The draw, held in Cairo, Egypt, on October 28, places both Moroccan representatives against opponents with experience......

China has acknowledged Kylian Mbappé’s apology following a controversy over remarks about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong, but Beijing has yet to signal whether the measures affecting the French football star will be reconsidered. Speaking on behalf of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, spokesperson Guo Jiakun said the authorities......

Morocco’s Raja Club Athletic and AS FAR have discovered their opponents for the group stage of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup following Wednesday’s draw in Cairo, Egypt. The two clubs will take different routes through the competition as they seek to advance to the knockout rounds and strengthen Morocco’s presence in African......

Paris Saint-Germain forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has successfully undergone surgery for a serious right knee injury, marking the beginning of a rehabilitation process that could keep the Georgian international out of action for several months. The French club confirmed on Tuesday, October 27, that the 25-year-old winger had undergone surgery......

Morocco is approaching a crucial milestone in its preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, as international football officials prepare to assess the stadiums and supporting infrastructure proposed for the tournament. Inspection visits scheduled for November and December 2026 will help determine which venues across Morocco, Spain and Portugal......

Moroccan international Azzedine Ounahi is facing an extended spell on the sidelines after further medical examinations revealed a complete rupture of the biceps femoris tendon in his right leg. The injury is expected to require surgery, significantly delaying the midfielder’s return to competitive football. Ounahi, who plays for Greek......

Moroccan international Abdessamad Ezzalzouli has reportedly emerged as a potential target for Paris Saint-Germain as the French champions assess their attacking options ahead of the winter transfer window. The Real Betis winger could also generate a significant financial return for his former club, FC Barcelona, which retains a stake in the......

The road to continental glory enters a decisive stage on Wednesday, October 28, as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) holds the group-stage draws for the 2026-2027 CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup in Cairo, Egypt. Four Moroccan clubs have secured places in the group stages, giving Moroccan football a strong presence......

Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi has sparked widespread interest on social media after unveiling a new hairstyle ahead of Paris Saint-Germain’s Ligue 1 encounter with Olympique Lyonnais on Monday evening. The right-back appeared with short, tightly styled braids, marking a noticeable change from his usual look. His new appearance......