Author: Mustapha Bouchghel
Panathinaikos asserted its dominance on the pitch of Panserraikos, winning decisively 0-3 during the eleventh round of the Greek Super League. This match was marked by Zaroury’s first goal in the league and his fourth in all competitions combined. Despite a somewhat sluggish start to the match, Panathinaikos managed to gain momentum to secure a commanding victory, with Moroccan international winger Anass Zaroury leading the charge. The forward scored the first goal of the match in the 40th minute, providing a crucial psychological advantage to his team just before halftime, thus perfectly initiating their offensive festival. Zaroury’s goal was the…
The Olympique Safi (OCS) started its group stage campaign in the CAF Confederation Cup in the best possible way, winning narrowly (0-1) against Djoliba AC in Bamako. The perilous trip of the Moroccan Sharks to Malian soil for the first matchday of Group A turned into a valuable success. The breakthrough came in the 29th minute of play thanks to a goal from striker Salaheddine Errahouli, assisted by Sofian El Moudane, giving the Safi team an advantage they would not relinquish. With the lead secured, OCS adopted a defensive and cautious strategy in the second half, aiming to manage their…
After Al Ahly’s resounding 4-1 victory against Algeria’s JS Kabylie, Al Ahly coach Jess Thorup praised Moroccan player Achraf Bencharki during the press conference. The Danish coach also revealed his ambition to secure an away victory in the upcoming match against AS FAR in Rabat. Thorup unveiled the secret behind Bencharki’s remarkable performance in recent matches. The Danish tactician attributed this brilliance to the freedom he has granted the Moroccan player on the field and the instructions he provided during their conversations. “The combination of Achraf Bencharki and Mohamed Hany performed well, delivering good crosses and creating several goal-scoring opportunities.…
Despite a stellar individual performance, Moroccan international Oussama Tannane could not prevent his team Umm Salal from losing 2-1 to Al Rayyan during the tenth round of the Qatar Stars League. The match, held at Al Khor Stadium, was largely dominated by Al Rayyan, who imposed their rhythm and possession from the outset. Quickly falling behind 1-0 due to an own goal by Abdulrahman Fayez in the 15th minute, the players of Umm Salal were forced to retreat and rely on counterattacks and set pieces in an attempt to turn the tide, illustrating the technical and tactical superiority of their…
Heracles Almelo secured a crucial home victory against Go Ahead Eagles (4-2) in the Eredivisie, marking their fourth consecutive win and allowing them to climb out of the bottom of the standings. Moroccan player Walid Ould-Chikh played a key role in this turnaround. Starting as a titular player, Walid, who is the brother of Raja Casablanca player Bilal Ould-Chikh, actively contributed to his team’s offensive efforts. Heracles had conceded two avoidable goals in the first half and found themselves trailing 1-2. Interim coach Hendrie Krüzen had urged his players to adopt a more offensive and direct approach in the second…
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…