Author: La Redaction
The draw for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations took place this Thursday at the CAF headquarters. This edition, which will be held in Ivory Coast from April 26 to May 18, 2025, will bring together 13 African nations competing for the continental title and a qualification for the U-20 World Cup. Morocco finds itself in a highly competitive Group B alongside Nigeria (7 titles), Egypt (4 titles), and South Africa. This group promises to be particularly fierce, with opponents well-versed in major competitions. Meanwhile, Senegal, the defending champion, will face Zambia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone in Group C,…
The Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam is about to finalize the extension of Rayane Bounida (18 years old). After tough negotiations, both parties have reportedly reached an agreement, and the young attacking midfielder is expected to sign a new three-year contract, with an additional option. The club managed to convince the young Moroccan-origin player, Bounida, by offering him an attractive sports project aligned with his development ambitions. The player, who is currently playing with Jong Ajax, will be included in the first-team preparations for next season. This extension now sends a strong signal to other young talents at the club. Despite…
The draw for the 2025 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations (AFCON U17) took place this Thursday in Cairo. Morocco has been placed in Group A, alongside Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia. This group seems manageable for the Atlas Cubs, who will face opponents that, although having participated in the competition before, have never managed to progress past the group stage. These teams have limited experience in the tournament, which could provide Morocco with a great opportunity to stand out and aim for a strong run. However, caution is advised, as each match in international competitions can bring its share of surprises.
The Moroccan U17 national team bounced back after their 1-0 defeat against the Czech Republic, winning their second match of the 2025 Antalya Youth Cup against Uzbekistan by the same scoreline, 1-0. The Young Lions, who are continuing their preparation for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations final phase scheduled in Morocco from March 30 to April 19, 2025, showed great resilience in this match. After their first loss, where they failed to find the back of the net, the players under Nabil Baha’s guidance responded with a strong performance. They secured the win thanks to a goal from striker…
In recent months, Real Madrid inquired about Achraf Hakimi’s situation and even made him a concrete offer. However, according to the French sports outlet Goal France, the Moroccan full-back reportedly rejected any possibility of returning, prioritizing stability and continuity with Paris Saint-Germain, where he recently extended his contract until 2029. A key figure in Luis Enrique’s project, Hakimi holds a central role both on the pitch and in the locker room. Following Dani Carvajal’s injury, Real Madrid explored several options to strengthen their right flank and attempted to lure Hakimi back. Despite his attachment to his boyhood club, the Moroccan…
According to the English press, Premier League club Liverpool has set its sights on OGC Nice’s Moroccan-origin winger, Mohamed-Ali Cho, for a potential transfer this summer. The 21-year-old has shown impressive progress in Ligue 1, registering five goals and three assists in 25 matches this season. He is now regarded as one of the most promising talents in French football. After a stint at Everton, where he caught attention early on, Cho moved to Angers, then Real Sociedad, before signing with Nice in 2024 for €10 million. Liverpool appears keen on securing the promising attacker, who could add depth to…
PSG easily won the first leg of the Champions League playoffs against Stade Brestois (3-0). Thanks to a brace from Dembélé, Paris dominated the Breton side, which still managed to hit the woodwork three times. This victory puts the Parisians in a comfortable position ahead of the second leg in the Round of 16. Achraf Hakimi, who started the match, delivered a solid performance, though he nearly scored an own goal in the 39th minute when he hit Donnarumma’s right post. However, the incident had no consequences, and just a few minutes later, Dembélé scored a stunning goal to make…
A top-tier clash with a scenario worthy of the greatest European nights. Trailing just minutes before the end, Real Madrid once again proved its ability to overturn difficult situations by defeating Manchester City (2-3) in the first leg of the Champions League playoffs. Pep Guardiola’s men seemed well on their way to victory, led by an in-form Erling Haaland. The Norwegian striker stood out with a brace, putting his team on the path to success. But as often in the Champions League, Los Blancos found the resources to turn the situation around at the very end of the match. Having…
The young midfielder from Club Brugge, Chemsdine Talbi, has yet to decide on his international future. In an interview with RTL Sport, the 19-year-old player confirmed that he is in contact with both the Belgian and Moroccan federations but prefers to take his time before making a decision. Born in Belgium, Talbi acknowledges the importance of the country where he grew up and developed as a player. However, his ties to Morocco remain strong: “Of course, Morocco is also an important country for me, just like Belgium. I spent all my vacations in Morocco. I am closer to my Moroccan…
Paris Saint-Germain announced the contract extension of Achraf Hakimi until 2029. Arriving in 2021, the Moroccan full-back has become an essential part of the Parisian club, both for his performances on the field and his role in the locker room. In an interview with PSG TV, Hakimi expressed his satisfaction and attachment to the club’s project. He highlighted his admiration for Luis Enrique’s style of play and his desire to continue the adventure with Paris. “The first thing is the ambitious project that Paris intends to carry out. I really like the coach’s style of play, and there are many…