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Morocco sets sights on hosting 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Morocco continues to cement its position as a global football hub, expressing formal interest in hosting the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. Known for its world-class sports infrastructure and growing reputation as a reliable host, the North African nation is taking significant steps to secure the prestigious......

European Commission Partners with Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

The European Commission has officially partnered with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to support upcoming major football events in Morocco. This includes both the men's Africa Cup of Nations, set for December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, and the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled......

Motsepe explains choice of Fouzi Lekjaa as CAF first vice president

During his visit on April 30, 2025, to attend the final of the Women's Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, addressed the recent appointment of Fouzi Lekjaa as the organization’s first vice president. Motsepe clarified......

Royal Air Maroc becomes key partner for African football events

In a landmark agreement ahead of the most prestigious African sporting events, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has designated Royal Air Maroc (RAM) as the official global partner for several major tournaments. These include the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, the......

African football poised for prominence in FIFA Club World Cup 2025

African football is on the cusp of a significant moment as it prepares for its substantial representation in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, set to take place in the United States. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed optimism about the rise of African talent on the global stage, anticipating......

Morocco to host AFCON 2025: A thrilling group stage draw unveiled in Rabat

The stage is set for an electrifying Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, as Morocco prepares to host the continent’s most prestigious football tournament. The final draw, held at the Mohammed V Theater in Rabat, revealed the group-stage matchups, with Morocco placed in Group A alongside Mali, Zambia,......

CHAN 2024 Tournament Shifts to August as Host Nations Prepare Infrastructure

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant schedule change for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), moving the tournament from its initial February timeline to August 2024. This decision comes as the three host nations—Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda—require additional......

Morocco to Host FIFA Africa Bureau Headquarters in Groundbreaking Agreement

Morocco has officially been chosen as the host for the FIFA Africa Bureau headquarters, marking a pivotal moment for the advancement of football across the African continent. The agreement, signed in Marrakech following the 2024 CAF Awards, underscores Morocco's growing influence in sports governance......

Morocco, Spain, and Portugal Officially Named Hosts for the 2030 FIFA World Cup

In a momentous decision, FIFA's extraordinary Congress, conducted via videoconference on Wednesday, officially announced that Morocco, Spain, and Portugal will jointly host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. This announcement was confirmed by Morocco's Press Agency (MAP). Patrice Motsepe, President of......