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FIFA World Cup 2026: Ticket Sales and Hospitality Generate Nearly $5 Billion

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered an unprecedented financial windfall for world football’s governing body, with ticket sales and hospitality packages reportedly generating close to $5 billion. The figure represents a dramatic increase compared with the previous edition in Qatar and highlights......

Morocco’s Football Evolution: Mustapha Hadji Compares Ouahbi’s Strategy with Regragui’s Approach

Former Moroccan international Mustapha Hadji has offered an insight into the tactical changes shaping the Atlas Lions under head coach Mohamed Ouahbi, drawing a comparison with the approach previously implemented by Walid Regragui. In an interview with sports outlet Kooora, Hadji highlighted Ouahbi’s......

Cafu Praises Morocco’s Ambition and Preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup

Brazilian football legend Cafu has expressed strong confidence in Morocco’s ability to deliver an outstanding 2030 FIFA World Cup, pointing to the country’s infrastructure investments, the progress of its national team and its determination to establish itself among the leading destinations......

Morocco’s Hassan II Stadium: Fouzi Lekjaa Outlines Plans for Opening Before the 2030 World Cup

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......

FIFA to Inspect Moroccan Stadiums Ahead of the 2030 World Cup

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......

Luis de la Fuente Named 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Coach of the Year After Spain’s World Cup Triumph

Luis de la Fuente has been named Men’s Coach of the Year at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, adding another major distinction to a period of sustained success with Spain’s national football team. The Spanish manager received the award at the ceremony held in London on October 26, following......

Morocco Plans FIFA Tax Breaks Ahead of the 2030 World Cup

Morocco is preparing a special tax and customs framework for FIFA and a range of organisations involved in the 2030 World Cup, under measures included in the country’s draft Finance Bill for 2027. The proposed provisions are intended to facilitate preparations for the tournament and related events,......

UEFA Sends 42 Questions to FIFA President Gianni Infantino Over Governance Controversies

The relationship between European football’s governing body and FIFA is facing renewed strain after UEFA submitted 42 questions demanding explanations about a series of contentious decisions under president Gianni Infantino. The international football federation has been given until November 2......

Issa Diop on Choosing Morocco Over Senegal: “My Family Has Nothing to Forgive Me For”

Moroccan international Issa Diop has defended his decision to represent Morocco rather than Senegal, insisting that his choice was a personal one and that his family has no reason to hold it against him. Speaking to TWTD in an interview published on October 19, the Ipswich Town defender addressed the......