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Morocco’s 2030 World Cup to create over 100,000 jobs annually and drive economic growth

Morocco’s co-hosting of the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal is expected to generate more than 100,000 jobs annually while boosting the nation’s economic growth by 1.7%, announced Economy and Finance Minister Nadia Fettah during the eighth Morocco Today Forum (MTF) in Rabat. Transformative......

Morocco's electricity demand surges as heatwaves drive air conditioning usage

Morocco's electricity grid has witnessed a significant surge in demand, peaking at around 7.0 gigawatts on June 20, attributed to persistent heatwaves that have increased reliance on air conditioning. This figure represents a nearly 5% rise compared to 2024, according to Energy Transition Minister......

Achraf Hakimi and Yassine Bounou named in the Club World Cup best XI

Moroccan internationals Achraf Hakimi and Yassine Bounou have been included in the Club World Cup best XI, according to the FIFA, after the tournament concluded on Sunday in the United States. Achraf Hakimi, the right-back for Paris Saint-Germain, impressed throughout the competition by scoring two......

Donald Trump attends Club World Cup final and pays tribute to soccer legend Pele

U.S. president Donald Trump made a high-profile appearance at the Club World Cup final on Sunday, where his presence drew a mixed reaction from the crowd at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The event marked the conclusion of the revamped Club World Cup, which ended with Chelsea’s......

Chelsea and PSG clash in Club World Cup final showdown

Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) face off today in the highly anticipated final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium near New York. The match, kicking off at 8 p.m. Moroccan time (GMT+1), will determine the winner of one of the most coveted prizes in club football. Fans can watch......

Trump to attend Club World Cup final as ties with FIFA strengthen

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will attend today’s Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium, just outside New York. The two leaders, who have developed a close relationship in recent months, will watch the match......

Morocco launches “Morocco 2030 Foundation” to Lead Major Football Events

The Moroccan government has officially established the Morocco 2030 Foundation, a public-interest, non-profit organization tasked with overseeing the nation’s preparation and hosting of major international football tournaments, including the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) and the 2030 FIFA World......

Congo’s football chief accused of embezzling $1.3 million in FIFA funds

Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, president of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT), is facing legal scrutiny following accusations of embezzling $1.3 million in FIFA funds, including $500,000 designated for the women’s national team. Mayolas was arrested in late May by Congo’s central intelligence......

Wydad plans major squad overhaul with 21 player exits

Wydad Athletic Club has announced plans to offload 21 players in a significant squad reshuffle ahead of the 2025–26 season. This decision follows a disappointing campaign that saw the team finish third in the Botola Pro and endure an early exit from the FIFA Club World Cup after losing all three......