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Morocco drops two places in FIFA women’s ranking, ends the year 66th

Morocco’s women’s national football team has slipped two positions in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, finishing the year in 66th place. The updated standings, released on Thursday, reflect a challenging final stretch for the Atlas Lionesses, who recorded one win, one draw, and......

African coaches criticize FIFA over late player release for CAN 2025

African national team coaches have expressed strong discontent with FIFA’s decision to delay the release of players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), which will be held in Morocco from December 21 to January 18. The governing body announced that clubs will now have until December 15, instead......

Fouzi Lekjaa: Morocco’s success in organizing AFCON 2025 is a victory for all Africa

Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), stated on Wednesday in Salé that Morocco’s successful organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be “not only a victory for the Kingdom but a success for the entire African continent.” During......

Infantino hails Africa’s football rise at CAF Awards 2025 in Rabat

FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the remarkable progress of African football during the CAF Awards 2025 held in Rabat, describing the continent’s game as equal to the world’s best. Speaking at the ceremony, Infantino highlighted the achievements of Africa’s top players and clubs,......

Achraf Hakimi crowned African player of the year at the CAF Awards 2025

Morocco celebrated a landmark moment on Wednesday evening in Rabat as Achraf Hakimi was named African Player of the Year 2025 during a spectacular edition of the CAF Awards held at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). In front of leading figures from African and global football, the Moroccan international......

CAF Awards 2025 in Rabat: Venue confirmed and Star-Studded artistic lineup unveiled

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially revealed the venue and artistic program for the highly anticipated 2025 CAF Awards ceremony, set to take place on November 19 in Rabat. In a statement released on Monday, CAF confirmed that this year’s edition will be held at Mohammed......

Morocco celebrates dual nominations for CAF National Team of the Year

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the finalists for the 2025 National Team of the Year award in the men’s category, highlighting Morocco’s dominance with two nominations. Both the senior national team and the U-20 squad have been shortlisted, cementing Morocco’s......

Morocco unveils ambitious upgrades to air navigation and airport infrastructure

Morocco’s National Airports Office (ONDA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of the country’s air navigation system under its Airports 2030 strategy. This initiative aims to equip Morocco with a cutting-edge, resilient air traffic management system that aligns with the highest international......

Morocco’s women’s football surge reshapes the African game

Morocco’s women’s football has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, emerging as one of the continent’s most structured and well-financed systems. This transformation traces back to a sweeping reform launched in 2020 by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, aiming to professionalize......