Author: La Redaction

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…

Brahim Díaz is not considering leaving Real Madrid at the moment. Despite interest from Juventus, where Luciano Spalletti particularly appreciates his profile, the Moroccan international wishes to remain in the Spanish capital and fight for his place under José Mourinho’s orders. The player remains focused on his future with the Merengues, even though his situation could evolve depending on the position of the Madrid club. At this stage, Brahim Díaz prioritizes continuity and wants to convince the new staff that he can play an important role in the squad. This determination comes as the Lion of the Atlas has just…

After their draw against Norway (1-1), the Atlas Lions were granted a day of rest by Mohamed Ouahbi, the national coach of Morocco. This important break allows the team to recover before entering the final stretch of their preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The Moroccan internationals took advantage of this pause on Monday, the day after the friendly match held in the United States. Several players, including Issa Diop, Chadi Riad, and Ayoub Bouaddi, were spotted in New York, particularly around Times Square, where many Moroccan supporters were able to greet them and take photos with them. The national…

FC Utrecht qualified for the final of the European playoffs in the Eredivisie after their victory against Heerenveen on Thursday night, in a lively match won 3-2. In this encounter, Souffian El Karouani played a major role, being decisive twice within a few minutes. While Utrecht opened the scoring shortly after the break through Artem Stepanov, Heerenveen equalized thanks to Dylan Vente in the 54th minute. However, the hosts quickly responded. Two minutes later, El Karouani delivered an excellent corner kick for Mike van der Hoorn, who restored Utrecht’s lead with a powerful header. Immediately after, the Moroccan full-back produced…

Luis Enrique has not forgotten Spain’s elimination against Morocco during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. In an interview with La Nueva España, the current coach of Paris Saint-Germain revisited this historic match won by the Atlas Lions in the Round of 16, following a memorable penalty shootout. When asked about his best memory with the Spanish national team, Luis Enrique surprised many by specifically citing this match against Morocco. Despite the elimination, the Spanish coach maintains a very different perspective from that of much of the Spanish press, which portrayed this exit as a major failure during his tenure…

With just a few weeks to go before the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup, Mohamed Ouahbi continues the preparation of the Atlas Lions with an expanded group called for a training camp at the Mohammed VI Football Complex. This preliminary list is intended to allow the national coach to observe several profiles before making a final decision on the players who will represent Morocco at the World Cup. According to information shared about this gathering, the training camp will take place from May 22 to 26, including a closed-door friendly match against Burundi. The objective is clear: to gain…