Keywords: 2026 World Cup


FIFA faces questions over DR Congo World Cup eligibility controversy

The qualification of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has come under scrutiny following an investigation by French newspaper Le Monde, which raises questions about the eligibility of one of the team’s players and the way FIFA handled the case. According to documents......

RB Leipzig eyes Samir El Mourabet as Morocco midfielder reaches €35 million valuation

RB Leipzig could return to the transfer market for Moroccan midfielder Samir El Mourabet after previously exploring a potential deal with Racing Strasbourg. The 20-year-old has attracted attention in Germany following his breakthrough at Strasbourg, where his development has accelerated since joining......

FBI director praises Moroccan security expertise ahead of 2026 World Cup

The director of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation has praised the professionalism and expertise of Moroccan security officers deployed to the United States to support preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a message addressed to Moroccan police personnel sent by Morocco’s General......

Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football

Argentine football icon Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an extraordinary chapter of his career with the national team to an end. The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward revealed his decision in a lengthy statement shared through his official social media accounts.......

Ayyoub Bouaddi Joins Manchester City: Moroccan to Sign with Citizens for 100 Million Euros

The Ayyoub Bouaddi saga is reaching a decisive turning point. Lille and Manchester City have reached an agreement for the transfer of the young Moroccan midfielder, in a deal that could total 100 million euros, including bonuses. The news, reported this Sunday, August 23, confirms the culmination of......

FIFA imposes heavy sanctions on Argentina following 2026 World Cup final incidents

FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has announced a series of severe sanctions following incidents surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Several members of the Argentine national team and coaching staff were punished over their conduct......

FIFA: A Vice President Withdraws Support for Gianni Infantino Amid New Internal Crisis

The dissent surrounding Gianni Infantino is gaining traction within FIFA. Sandor Csanyi, one of the vice presidents of the global governing body and president of the Hungarian Football Federation, announced that he no longer supports the Italian-Swiss leader, criticizing several decisions made under......

FC Barcelona moves closer to Morocco friendly as Tangier prepares for August showdown

FC Barcelona has taken another step toward bringing its first team to Morocco, confirming that it is working on the final arrangements for a pre-season friendly in Tangier scheduled for 15 August. While the Catalan club has yet to officially announce the fixture, club officials said preparations are......

Morocco and Lamine Yamal among major targets of online racism during 2026 World Cup

Morocco's national team, its supporters and Spain international Lamine Yamal were among the prominent targets of racist and xenophobic abuse on social media during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to a report by Spain's Observatory on Racism and Xenophobia, known as OBERAXE. The Spanish observatory......