Author: La Redaction
The future of Bilal Nadir at Olympique de Marseille remains uncertain. With his contract expiring on June 30, the Moroccan midfielder could leave the Phocaean club for free this summer, a situation that is already attracting the attention of several European teams. Among the interested clubs, Girona and Villarreal are closely monitoring the profile of the 22-year-old player. Both Spanish teams appreciate his technical quality, ability to play between the lines, and potential for growth. Leeds United has also expressed interest in the matter, while RC Strasbourg is considering the possibility of keeping him in Ligue 1. Despite a season…
The coach hinted that he might maintain a team with eight players already present during the 2022 debut. The session was mainly focused on aerial balls, both offensive and defensive. Adjustments on set pieces, observation of several variations, and maintaining a structure composed of experienced players: Carlo Ancelotti led the penultimate training session of the Brazilian national team on Thursday before their World Cup opener against Morocco. The Italian technician retained a team with Danilo and Alex Sandro on the flanks, while Cunha and Paquetá played up front, with several rotations. After the part open to the press, Brazil carried…
Kylian Mbappé made a remark that should not go unnoticed. Invited this Thursday evening on M6, the captain of the French team spoke about the upcoming opponent for Les Bleus in the World Cup, Senegal, while referencing Morocco. When asked about France’s ambitions in this World Cup and the upcoming match against the Lions of Teranga, the French forward first emphasized the importance of such a matchup. “The World Cup is about matches that excite, we are playing against the African champion,” he stated, before humorously adding, “I don’t know if it’s them or not, by the way, since there’s…
Manchester United has provided reassuring news about Noussair Mazraoui, who was injured during Morocco’s last preparatory match against Norway. In a post on their official X account, the English club wrote: “There is a positive update regarding Nous, after our defender appeared to sustain an injury during Morocco’s last outing.” Having been substituted early in that match, Mazraoui raised concerns just days before the Lions of the Atlas begin their World Cup campaign. However, this communication from Manchester United suggests a favorable evolution in his physical condition ahead of Morocco’s next fixture. This news is a significant relief for the…
The achievement of Morocco during the 2022 World Cup continues to leave a lasting impression. Four years after the historic run of the Atlas Lions in Qatar, Axel Witsel mentioned the Moroccan team as one of the recent examples of a squad capable of defying predictions in a World Cup. In an interview with Flashscore, the Belgian international recalled that a World Cup often holds surprises. “At every World Cup, there are surprises, a team that goes very far, like last time in Qatar with Morocco, for example,” said the Girona player. This statement confirms the impact left by Morocco’s…
The Moroccan national team faces two significant withdrawals just days before their World Cup 2026 debut. Nayef Aguerd and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli have not recovered in time and are officially removed from the list of the Atlas Lions. The defender from Olympique de Marseille and the winger from Real Betis are replaced by Marwane Saâdane, a player from Al Fateh in Saudi Arabia, and Amine Sbaï, who plays for Angers. Both players were already with the Moroccan squad in the United States to anticipate a possible last-minute withdrawal. This double absence is a serious blow for Mohamed Ouahbi. Nayef Aguerd was…
Bruno Fernandes has not forgotten Morocco. Four years after Portugal’s elimination against the Atlas Lions in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup, the Portuguese midfielder expressed his desire to face the Moroccan national team in the next World Cup. When asked by Manchester United about the team he would like to face in the World Cup final, Bruno Fernandes answered without hesitation: “Morocco.” This response was motivated by the presence of Noussair Mazraoui, his teammate at the Red Devils, but also by the still fresh memory of Portugal’s defeat in Qatar. “My friend Noussair Mazraoui is there. We still…
The Atlas Lions continue their preparation ahead of their World Cup 2026 debut against Brazil. With just a few days to go before this first major encounter in Group C, the national team is ramping up intensity under the guidance of Mohamed Ouahbi. On Wednesday, the Moroccan players held their second training session as part of the specific preparation for this highly anticipated match. The group worked in a focused atmosphere, paying particular attention to physical and tactical aspects. Facing a Brazilian team that remains formidable in major competitions, the Moroccan staff is looking to fine-tune the final adjustments before…
With just a few days to go before Morocco’s opening match against Brazil in the 2026 World Cup, the physical condition of several Atlas Lions remains a major concern. Following the draw against Norway (1-1), Mohamed Ouahbi and his staff are closely monitoring the progress of several players, amidst worries, gradual recoveries, and upcoming decisions. The main piece of bad news concerns Abdessamad Ezzalzouli. Substituted at halftime during the match against Norway, the Moroccan winger is reportedly suffering from a moderate knee ligament sprain. His unavailability is estimated to be between two and four weeks, making his presence for the…
The match between Morocco and Brazil is already transcending the realm of sports. Just days before this highly anticipated fixture of the 2026 World Cup, the encounter was mentioned during Apple’s annual conference, the WWDC, held at Apple Park. During a demonstration dedicated to the new features of Siri and Apple Intelligence, the American company used the Brazil-Morocco clash as an example to illustrate the organization of an evening around a World Cup match. Apple’s assistant notably suggested preparing a “watch party” by recommending iconic dishes from both countries. This reference, even if indirect, confirms the growing interest surrounding this…