Keywords: National football team


Spain mourns teenager after World Cup celebration turns tragic

The nationwide celebrations that followed Spain’s FIFA World Cup triumph were overshadowed by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy lost his life in an accident during public festivities in western Spain. The fatal incident occurred shortly after midnight in Ciudad Rodrigo, a municipality in the autonomous......

Morocco rejects fake statements falsely attributed to Education Minister Mohamed Saad Berrada

Morocco's Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports has strongly denied reports circulating online that falsely attributed controversial remarks about Africa and Morocco's national identity to Minister Mohamed Saad Berrada. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the ministry......

Fouzi Lekjaa says Morocco’s football rise reflects long-term national vision

Morocco’s emergence as one of the most competitive football nations in the world is the result of years of strategic planning, sustained investment, and long-term development, according to Royal Moroccan Football Federation President Fouzi Lekjaa. Speaking during a meeting of the Finance Oversight......

Prince Moulay Rachid receives Morocco’s national football team after CAN 2025 final

On the instructions of HM King Mohammed VI, Prince Moulay Rachid welcomed the members of Morocco’s national football team at the Royal Guest Palace in Rabat on Monday, following their runner-up finish in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). The reception was attended by Fouzi Lekjaa, President......

Morocco advances to CAN final after penalty shootout triumph over Nigeria

In a gripping semifinal at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, Morocco secured their place in the final by defeating Nigeria 4-2 in a tense penalty shootout, following a goalless draw after extra time. The match, held in Rabat, delivered high-intensity action from the outset, with both teams vying for control......

Regragui on Hakimi’s injury: 'He’ll come back stronger than ever'

Morocco’s national team coach, Walid Regragui, has shared his thoughts on Achraf Hakimi’s recent injury, which occurred during Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. Speaking on the French program Canal Football Club, the coach reflected on the moment and......

Morocco secures third CHAN title, earning praise from FIFA president Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has applauded Morocco's latest football achievement following the national team's third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title. Infantino described the victory as a testament to Morocco’s status as a leading football nation in Africa. The Moroccan team......

Morocco attracts more American tourists ahead of summer 2025

Morocco is undergoing a remarkable transformation, positioning itself as a top travel destination for American tourists, especially in the summer of 2025. According to a recent report by King Like Concierge, a luxury travel platform, Morocco ranks among the most searched countries on Google by Americans......

Morocco's Walid Regragui set to announce World Cup qualifier squad

Morocco’s national football coach, Walid Regragui, is poised to unveil his squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Friday, March 14. The announcement will take place during a press conference at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Sale, beginning at 11 a.m. local time. Fans can catch......