Keywords: Moroccan


CAF Awards 2026: Yassine Bounou and Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti Among Africa’s Top 10 Goalkeeper Nominees

Moroccan football has secured a notable presence among Africa’s leading goalkeepers, following the announcement of the nominees for the 2026 CAF Awards. Yassine Bounou and Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti have both been selected among the ten contenders for the Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year distinction. The......

AS FAR vs Raja Casablanca: A High-Stakes Classico Set to Shape the Botola Title Race

Moroccan football turns its attention to Rabat on Wednesday as AS FAR welcome Raja Casablanca in a highly anticipated encounter postponed from the opening round of the Botola Pro D1 Inwi. Beyond the prestige attached to this historic rivalry, the meeting carries significant sporting implications for......

Dakar 2026: Morocco U18 Futsal Team Beats Paraguay 6-3 at the Youth Olympic Games

Morocco’s Under-18 men’s futsal team secured an impressive 6-3 victory over Paraguay on Wednesday in the second round of the group-stage competition at the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar. The Moroccan side delivered a strong attacking performance to overcome its South American opponents,......

Morocco: His Majesty King Mohammed VI Chairs High-Level Meeting on the Post-MINURSO Phase

His Majesty King Mohammed VI chaired a high-level working meeting at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, to examine Morocco’s priorities following the end of the United Nations Mission (MINURSO), whose mandate was not renewed by the UN Security Council on October 30. The......

Morocco: Rising Talent Ayoub Oufkir Earns First Call-Up to the Atlas Lions

Morocco's national football team has added a promising new name to its attacking ranks, with 20-year-old Ayoub Oufkir receiving his first senior international call-up under head coach Mohamed Ouahbi. The AZ Alkmaar winger is among the emerging talents expected to strengthen the Atlas Lions as they......

Morocco: Benguerir Set to Host New Railway Manufacturing Plant Under MAD 29 Billion Investment Programme

Morocco is preparing to establish a domestic railway manufacturing industry through a new industrial facility in Benguerir, marking a significant step in the country's efforts to strengthen local production, reduce reliance on imported equipment and develop its position in the international rail......

City Club Trial: Casablanca Prosecutors Demand Maximum Penalty for Stéphane Harrouche

The trial of Stéphane Jonathan Harrouche, owner of Morocco's City Club fitness chain, has entered a significant phase after the public prosecutor called for the maximum penalties against him over alleged human trafficking and related offences. During a hearing held on Tuesday afternoon, November......

Ligue 1: Three Moroccan Stars Named in Team of the Week After Outstanding Performances

Moroccan football continues to make its mark on European football, with three Atlas Lions earning places in Sofascore’s best XI for the ninth round of the French Ligue 1 championship. Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd and Gessime Yassine were rewarded for their impressive contributions to their respective......

Morocco: Benslimane’s Hassan II Stadium Set to Boost Raja and Wydad Ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco’s ambitious preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup are taking shape beyond the construction of major sporting venues. The planned Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane is increasingly being presented as a long-term investment that could reshape the sporting environment of Casablanca and provide......