Author: Mustapha Bouchghel
Zamalek recorded an important victory in the Egyptian league, winning 3-1 against Tala’ea el-Gaish, a match that highlighted the solid performance of Moroccan player Mahmoud Bentayg. Not only did the left-back play the entire match, demonstrating his resilience and importance in the team’s balance, but he was also a key player in the offensive sector. It was in the 61st minute that Mahmoud Bentayg showcased his crossing ability. With a magnificent cross, the Moroccan perfectly set up his teammate, Palestinian striker Oday Dabbagh. The latter only had to finish with a header to score Zamalek’s third goal. This assist illustrates…
The Stade Rennais made a strong impression during the 11th round of Ligue 1, winning 4-1 against Strasbourg. This decisive score was marked by the contribution of young Moroccan defender, Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal. Beyond his defensive roles, Ait Boudlal was pivotal in the second Rennes goal (Mohamed Meïté, 39′), thanks to his positioning and aerial effectiveness. From a cross into the box, Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal managed to assert himself with a header to deflect the ball. This gesture, a precise and intentional assist, was not a direct shot but a brilliant “pre-assist” that found Mohamed Meite (Rennes). Well-positioned, he only…
The Moroccan international Ryan Mmaee was the key player in Omonia Nicosia’s victory (0-2) against Paralimni, a valuable win that solidifies his team’s position at the top of the Cypriot league. Omonia wasted no time taking the lead in this ninth matchday. Ryan Mmaee indeed opened the scoring as early as the second minute of play. With a masterful technical move, the Moroccan striker deceived the defender with a dazzling feint before unleashing a powerful shot that found the top corner, giving his team a crucial psychological advantage away from home. The Atlas Lion, in great form, could have secured…
The story is unfolding for Renaissance Sportive de Berkane (RSB). The Moroccan club has secured its very first qualification for the group stage of the African Champions League, the pinnacle of African club football. After a thrilling preliminary round confrontation, RSB clinched its ticket against the Libyan club Al Ahli Tripoli, winning with an aggregate score of 3-2. The qualification was decided during a high-stakes return match held at the Municipal Stadium of Berkane. After bringing back a promising draw (1-1) from Tripoli, the Oranges were caught off guard. In the 10th minute, Libyan playmaker Muaid Ellafi stunned the crowd…
Achraf Bencharki secured a valuable victory for Al Ahly (0-1) away from home, allowing his team to temporarily reclaim the top spot in the standings while waiting for the remaining matches of the 16th round of the Nile League. The Moroccan international scored the winning goal in the final moments. Al Ahly dominated their opponent, Haras El-Hedood, controlling the pace throughout the match played in Alexandria. However, the home team put up a solid defensive resistance. The introduction of Achraf Bencharki in the 45th minute, replacing Egyptian player Hussein El Shahat, marked a turning point for the offensive dynamics of…
Moroccan player Amine Bassi put his team, Houston Dynamo, ahead of visiting FC Dallas, but the home team was unable to hold the lead and lost 2-1 in the Major Soccer League’s opening round. Amin Bassi opened the score with a header in the 18th minute, but defender Ethan Bartlow accidentally gave the visitors the ball in the penalty area, following a pressing from Croatian Peter Musa who scored the equaliser (55′). In the 73rd minute, Bassi showed off a brilliant back-heel pass that found Jack McGlynn, who nearly gave Houston the lead if it were not for the post blocking the attempt. On the other hand, Houston was obviously having serious defensive issues, particularly in the second goal, where Ecuadorian Anderson Julio outpaced two defenders before defeating the goalkeeper, sealing a 1-2 win for FC Dallas, and three important points for a good start to the season.