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Faced with a reshuffled match schedule following Eritrea’s withdrawal from the World Cup qualifiers, national coach Hoalid Regragui spoke out to clarify the situation and explain the choice of Bahrain as a sparring partner. Regragui pointed out the gap created by Eritrea’s absence, which forced him to look for another opponent for this FIFA date. The Moroccan coach then justified the choice of Bahrain, stressing the difficulty of finding available teams during an international date reserved for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, and pointed out that this match is part of the Atlas Lions’ preparation for the Africa Cup of…
In the heart of Chile, Morocco’s U20 national team pulled off a stunning feat by defeating Brazil, thereby securing qualification for the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup after just two group-stage matches. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi, along with players Naim Byar and Mohammed Kebdani, expressed their pride in the achievement, emphasizing the strength of a united team determined to go even further. At the final whistle of Morocco’s 2-1 triumph over Brazil, joy and pride were written on every face. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi expressed his satisfaction with the team’s tactical discipline, highlighting their solidarity…
SANTIAGO, Chile – The Moroccan U20 National Team produced a major upset at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, defeating Brazil 2–1. This victory, achieved in their second group stage match, secures the Atlas Lion Cubs the top spot in Group C and guarantees their qualification for the Round of 16. Morocco edge Brazil in a high-stakes clash The much-anticipated Group C second-round clash got off to a flying start. Within the opening minutes, Moroccan goalkeeper Benchaouch was called into action, producing decisive saves — notably on a Luighi header and an Erick Belé follow-up — to keep the…
Santiago, Chile – A wave of excitement swept through Group C of the World Cup in Chile, where Morocco’s national U20 team made a sensational start by triumphing 2-0 over their Iberian neighbors, Spain. Against one of the tournament’s heavy favorites, renowned for their dominance in possession, the Atlas Lion Cubs displayed their full potential to secure a historic victory that will be long remembered. A Rewarding Wait After a first half marked by cautious play and a midfield battle, the match ignited after the break. Morocco’s patient and well-targeted game plan paid off within a decisive five-minute spell. It…
PSV Eindhoven earned a crucial away victory, defeating Excelsior in Rotterdam in a hard-fought match. Two Moroccan players played key roles in this success. Ismaël Saibari and Anass Salah-Eddine each contributed in their own way, helping PSV secure all three points. Trailing from the 12th minute, PSV immediately showed their intent to respond. It was Moroccan defender Anass Salah-Eddine who sparked the reaction. In the 19th minute, he earned a well-placed free kick that his teammate Veerman converted brilliantly to level the score. That quick equalizer reignited the match and gave the visitors a psychological edge. Energized, PSV piled on…
Moroccan defender Abdelkabir Abqar emerged as the unlikely hero for his team, Gerafe, saving them from a frustrating defeat at home against Levante. While his primary role lies in fortifying the defense, Abqar proved his offensive mettle by providing the crucial assist that led to the equalizer. Abqar’s match was characterized by intensity and commitment, evident in a tough challenge in the first half that earned him a caution. Just before the break, in the 41st minute, he received a yellow card following a strong tackle. However, this momentary lapse was quickly forgotten after his decisive action in the second…
Moroccan players Mohamed El Khaloui and Karim El Berkaoui shone for Al-Dhafra in the 5th round of the UAE Pro League. Instrumental in their team’s 3-1 victory over Al Bataeh, they were the main architects of the win: El Berkaoui netted a brace, while El Khaloui, provider of the second goal, also found the net with a fine finish to seal the match. Al-Dhafra came from behind after conceding in the 5th minute to claim victory in the second half. The equaliser came from a header by striker Karim El Berkaoui in the 61st minute (1-1). Just two minutes later,…
The Dutch derby between PSV Eindhoven and Ajax Amsterdam, known as “De Topper,” ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw this Sunday. For PSV, Moroccan international Ismael Saibari stood out by scoring one of the goals in this intense clash. Ismael Saibari needed just seven minutes to get things underway. Receiving an excellent cross from Perišić, the Moroccan international rose perfectly to deliver a powerful and well-placed header, opening the scoring for PSV (1-0, 7′). However, Ajax quickly responded by equalizing from a penalty later in the first half. After a long battle, the home side seemed to regain control when…
In the 8th round of the Belgian league, Standard de Liège returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory away at Westerlo. This triumph undoubtedly bore the mark of young Moroccan winger Adnane Abid, who emerged as the most decisive player in this crucial match. The young talent’s performance was marked by clinical efficiency in the first half, allowing Standard to take a decisive lead before halftime. Adnane Abid first stood out in the 24th minute by providing the assist for the opening goal. His action set up Danish player Casper Nielsen, who unleashed an unstoppable long-range shot into the…
RAAL La Louvière once again showed their fighting spirit by securing a valuable victory, with Moroccan midfielder Sami Lahssaini playing a key role in the turnaround. Quickly falling behind in the 8th minute, the “Wolves” found the resilience to equalize swiftly thanks to a move initiated by Lahssaini. It was indeed him who, with a brilliant and precise through ball, set Ghanaian Jerry Afriyi on his way to goal, allowing Afriyi to level the score. Sami Lahssaini’s assist was crucial—not only canceling out the opponent’s lead but also setting La Louvière on the path to victory. Buoyed by this equalizer,…