Author: La Redaction
Azzedine Ounahi has made significant strides in the eyes of his coach. After the match, Míchel publicly emphasized the impact of the Moroccan midfielder, whom he describes as a ‘differential’ player capable of turning a game around with his quality on the ball. In his assessment, Ounahi brings what few profiles offer: creativity, rhythm, and the ability to create imbalances in critical areas of play. The Girona coach was very clear: Ounahi has ‘a lot of talent’ with the ball at his feet and is ‘very good.’ This strong recognition comes especially in a context where the coach insists on…
Questioned about the absence of several players who were crowned world champions with the Moroccan U20 team, Hoalid Regragui sought to clarify his position during his remarks to the FRMF microphone, following the announcement of the squad for the Africa Cup of Nations hosted in Morocco. “Every U20 player might have deserved to be with us,” acknowledged the national coach, while emphasizing the complexity of the choices to be made as a major competition approaches. Regragui insisted that this generation is already partially integrated into the A team, specifically mentioning Eliesse Ben Seghir, Chemsdine Talbi, and Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal, profiles…
While the regulations allow for the selection of 28 players, Hoalid Regragui has chosen to call up 26 players, accompanied by two reserves. This decision was carefully considered, informed by past experiences. The coach recalled that during the World Cup, Morocco operated with a squad of 26 players, whereas in the previous CAN, some additional players often found themselves in the stands. Concerned about maintaining the balance of the locker room, Regragui favored a tighter group, believing that beyond 26 players, human management becomes more challenging. Regarding the reserves, Hamza Igamane and Youssef Belammari, the Moroccan coach made a strong…
After the announcement of the list of players selected for the Africa Cup of Nations hosted in Morocco, Hoalid Regragui spoke to the microphone of the FRMF to explain certain choices, particularly the absence of a dedicated press conference for this announcement. The national coach indicated that this was a personal decision made with the aim of maintaining maximum focus on the upcoming competition. The main objective, according to him, was to communicate the list and then quickly shift attention to the gathering, the deadline for which is approaching rapidly. The Moroccan technician also mentioned the desire to adopt a…
Less than two weeks before the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Hoalid Regragui presented, on Thursday, December 11, the list of 28 players selected to represent Morocco in an edition hosted in the Kingdom and already touted as one of the most prestigious in history. The coach remains loyal to his usual core, based on a group he has been working with for several years. The national staff relies on a solid backbone composed of Yassine Bounou, Nayef Aguerd, Achraf Hakimi, and Sofyan Amrabat, while integrating several younger but high-performing players capable of bringing dynamism and depth…
The Atlas Lions A’ continue their journey in the Arab Cup. On Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Khalifa Stadium, the national team secured their spot in the semi-finals by defeating Syria (1-0), after a match that was largely dominated by Tarik Sektioui’s men. From the outset, Morocco took control of the match, monopolizing the ball and establishing play in the opponent’s half. Offensive sequences multiplied, but the final touch often lacked precision. On the other side, a cautious Syrian team was rarely dangerous, confined to defending and attempting a few counterattacks without real success. The Moroccan defense, well organized, was…
The coach of the Bafana Bafana, Hugo Broos, did not hide his anger after the late arrival of Mbekezeli Mbokazi. The young defender did not join the Pretoria camp on time after missing his return flight from Durban, where he had been enjoying a few days off. This situation deeply irritated the Belgian technician, who was informed on Tuesday evening by Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou. According to Broos, the player has “lost sight of his obligations” after tasting recent successes. In front of the press, Broos condemned the behavior unworthy of a 20-year-old international, emphasizing the importance of impeccable…
Cameroon has surprised many by calling up Arnaud Mael Kandem to participate in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. The 25-year-old defensive midfielder plays for Sinop Sport Club, a team in Brazil’s sixth division. He replaces Brice Ambina, who is unavailable, and thus returns to a national team he has previously been part of at youth levels. This call-up makes him one of the very few Cameroonian players in history to join the Indomitable Lions while playing at such a modest level. It is a bold choice by the coaching staff, who are betting on his profile and potential despite…
Bruno Genesio was particularly measured when discussing the premature exit of Hamza Igamane during LOSC’s victory against Olympique de Marseille. The Moroccan forward, who suffered an adductor injury within the first quarter of an hour, had to leave his teammates, raising significant concern just days before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations that Morocco is set to host. “Hamza Igamane left the match early against Marseille; he felt pain in his adductor. As for the duration of his unavailability, I cannot provide more information,” the Lille coach explained at a press conference. This statement only heightened the questions…
Announced as a target for several clubs, including Eintracht Frankfurt and Villarreal, Younes Ebnoutalib will not leave Elversberg during the winter transfer window. The 22-year-old German-Moroccan forward confirmed this himself in the Saarbrücker Zeitung, putting an end to the speculation surrounding his future. Ebnoutalib explains that he wants to continue his development at his current club: “I will stay at Elversberg until the end of the season. That’s the decision I’ve made. In less than a year, I have evolved tremendously here, and I don’t think there is a better environment for me to continue to grow.” His performances speak…