Keywords: African Football


Morocco wins bid to host 2025 African Cup of Nations following stellar football achievements

Morocco's selection to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been praised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), highlighting the country's proven expertise in organizing major football tournaments. In their report "TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025: Everything you......

Morocco selected as headquarters for the African Clubs Association

The African Clubs Association (ACA) recently announced that Morocco has been chosen as its new headquarters, following a competitive selection process that included bids from Algeria and other nations. Morocco’s proposal stood out due to its exceptional organizational standards and advanced infrastructure,......

FIFA launches $4.3 million football center renovation in Côte d'Ivoire

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FMRF) president Fouzi Lekjaa joined over 25 African federation presidents in Bingerville for the launch of a transformative FIFA project - the renovation of Côte d'Ivoire's National Technical Center. The $4.3 million renovation project, funded by......

Morocco in Group A for CHAN 2024 alongside Kenya, Angola, DR Congo, and Zambia

The Moroccan local football team has been placed in Group A for the 2024 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN), alongside Kenya, Angola, DR Congo, and Zambia. The draw for the group stage took place on Wednesday in Nairobi. Morocco, the champions of the 2018 and 2020 editions held in their home country,......

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 Secures Major Soccer Tournaments for 2025 Season

Morocco is positioning itself as a premier soccer destination in 2025, hosting four significant tournaments that span youth, women's, and men's competitions across the African continent and beyond. The country's ambitious soccer calendar begins with the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (March......

Qatar's 2025 Arab Cup Schedule Creates Dilemma for North African Teams

The upcoming 2025 FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar is set to create a significant scheduling challenge for North African national teams due to its overlap with another major tournament. The Arab Cup, scheduled for December 1-18, 2025, will conclude just three days before the start of the African Cup of Nations......

Morocco's Strategic Football Ambitions Position it as a Rising Power in Global Sport

Morocco is rapidly emerging as a formidable force in international football, drawing global attention with its strategic investments in infrastructure, talent development, and the use of football for diplomacy and economic growth. The country’s efforts, showcased in a recent New York Times article,......

Morocco Gears Up to Host Expanded AFCON 2025 Tournament

Morocco is preparing to host the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking its second time hosting the prestigious tournament since 1988. The competition has evolved significantly, expanding from eight teams in its previous Moroccan edition to 24 teams in the upcoming tournament. As......