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Morocco selected as headquarters for the African Clubs Association

The African Clubs Association (ACA) recently announced that Morocco has been chosen as its new headquarters, following a competitive selection process that included bids from Algeria and other nations. Morocco’s proposal stood out due to its exceptional organizational standards and advanced infrastructure,......

Qatar's 2025 Arab Cup Schedule Creates Dilemma for North African Teams

The upcoming 2025 FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar is set to create a significant scheduling challenge for North African national teams due to its overlap with another major tournament. The Arab Cup, scheduled for December 1-18, 2025, will conclude just three days before the start of the African Cup of Nations......

Morocco Gears Up to Host Expanded AFCON 2025 Tournament

Morocco is preparing to host the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking its second time hosting the prestigious tournament since 1988. The competition has evolved significantly, expanding from eight teams in its previous Moroccan edition to 24 teams in the upcoming tournament. As......

CAF President Praises Morocco’s Leadership in African Football Development Ahead of WAFCON 2025

The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has expressed his pride in Morocco’s key role in the advancement of football throughout Africa. Speaking in Sale, Morocco, following the draw for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Motsepe acknowledged......

Morocco Gears Up for AFCON 2025: Six Stadiums Nominated to Host the Tournament

As the excitement builds for the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to commence on December 21, 2025, Morocco is once again in the spotlight as the host nation. With its impressive track record of organizing major international tournaments, the North African country is poised to deliver......

Eid Al-Adha: Morocco's CDG Announces Early Pension Payments Starting June 12

In a bid to provide timely financial relief during the festive period of Eid Al-Adha, Morocco's Deposit and Management Fund (CDG) has announced the early disbursement of pensions. This initiative will see pensions from retirement plans, solidarity fund annuities, and related assistance payments that......

Morocco's Futsal Team Clinches Third Consecutive AFCON Title in Dominant Fashion

In a stunning display of skill and teamwork, the Moroccan national futsal team secured the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) title for the third consecutive time, underlining their supremacy on the continent. Their emphatic 5-1 victory over Angola in the final, held in Rabat, cemented Morocco's position......

Moroccan Tourism Surges to Nearly 1 Million Visitors in January Ahead of Major Sporting Events

The resurgence of Morocco's tourism industry from the impacts of the pandemic is evident as it welcomed nearly 1 million visitors last month, as revealed by figures released by the Ministry of Tourism. In January 2022, the country saw 992,000 tourists arriving, marking a notable 10% increase compared......

Morocco's Regragui Takes Responsibility for Shocking Quarterfinal Defeat

Following Morocco's unexpected loss to South Africa in the African Cup of Nations quarterfinals, head coach Walid Regragui didn't mince words as he shouldered the blame for the defeat. Addressing the media in a somber post-match press conference, Regragui admitted fault, labeling the outcome......