Author: La Redaction
The Paris Saint-Germain will have to do without Achraf Hakimi for their next outing in Ligue 1. The Moroccan international has been handed a one-match suspension by the LFP’s disciplinary committee after reaching the threshold of five warnings this season. The decision was officially announced on Wednesday, March 11, with the suspension set to take effect on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This suspension does not affect the European fixture against Chelsea in the Champions League, scheduled for March 17 at Stamford Bridge. However, it will deprive PSG of one of its key players for their next league match affected by…
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has no intention of abandoning the case of Thiago Pitarch, the young midfielder from Real Madrid, despite increasing competition from Spain. In recent days, several media outlets have reported that the 18-year-old player, eligible to represent Morocco due to his family origins, remains on the radar of Moroccan decision-makers, who wish to continue their efforts to persuade him as long as his international future is not definitively sealed. Previously called up in the past by Moroccan youth teams, Pitarch saw an earlier Moroccan attempt hindered, particularly in a context where Real Madrid had refused to…
Real Madrid made a significant statement on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, by dominating Manchester City (3-0) at the Santiago Bernabéu in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16. On a night highlighted by Federico Valverde’s hat-trick, Brahim Diaz also delivered a convincing performance, confirming his importance in the Madrid setup. Starting alongside Vinicius Junior, the Moroccan international contributed to the excellent start of the Merengues, despite several major offensive absences. Early in the match, Brahim set the tone. Within the first few minutes, he created one of Madrid’s best chances, forcing Gianluigi Donnarumma into action with a…
Paris Saint-Germain made a strong statement on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, by dominating Chelsea (5-2) at the Parc des Princes during the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16. In a match filled with chances and twists, the Parisians have taken a significant step towards qualification ahead of the return leg in England. Bradley Barcola, Ousmane Dembélé, Vitinha, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who scored twice, propelled the capital club to this spectacular victory. Starting on the right flank, Achraf Hakimi delivered a serious and focused performance, with constant activity in both phases of play. Very active offensively, the Moroccan…
As FC Barcelona continues to work on the Marcus Rashford file, the Catalan club is already exploring fallback solutions in case of a deadlock. Among the profiles being monitored is Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, currently at Real Betis, whose name is being frequently mentioned by the blaugrana sports management. The Moroccan international appears to be a more financially accessible option, in a context where Barcelona’s economic constraints continue to weigh on its recruitment strategy. Rashford remains the priority for Hansi Flick and Deco, with a deal estimated at around 30 million euros. The English player would be open to continuing his adventure…
Ittihad Tanger has officially announced the return of Abdelhak Benchikha to the helm of its first team. The Algerian coach is thus returning to the Moroccan league at a time when the club is seeking to revive its momentum for the remainder of the season. Having previously worked in Moroccan football, Benchikha has a good understanding of the local environment and the demands of the competition. His arrival aligns with the desire of the Tangier management to bring more stability to the team and address the difficulties encountered in recent weeks. This return represents a new challenge for the Algerian…
Nayef Aguerd may soon undergo surgery to address a persistent physical discomfort. The Moroccan defender reportedly requested to have a surgical intervention to treat a sports hernia, a condition similar to pubalgia, which can significantly disrupt the performance of high-level players. This injury, often tricky to manage, primarily affects the abdominal and pelvic regions. For a defender like Aguerd, whose game relies on intensity in duels, changes of support, and repeated efforts, this type of pain can quickly become debilitating both in daily life and during matches. By opting for surgery, the Moroccan international aims to definitively resolve this physical…
In an interview with the Spanish daily AS, Yanis Begraoui spoke about his ambition to one day join the senior national team of Morocco and compete in the World Cup wearing the colors of the Atlas Lions. The Estoril Praia forward, a Moroccan U23 international, clearly outlined his goals, as he hopes to continue his progress to reach the highest level with the national team. During this interview, Begraoui also discussed his offensive profile. The Moroccan player explained that he does not see himself solely as a goal scorer, but also as a forward capable of participating in the game,…
As the match against Al-Hilal approaches, part of the 26th round of the Saudi Pro League, Al-Fateh remains attentive to the health status of Mourad Batna. The Moroccan winger is currently under enhanced medical supervision to be ready for this important fixture, scheduled for Saturday on Al-Fateh’s home ground. According to information reported by Saudi press, the player underwent an intensive treatment session at the club’s clinic on Monday to address a bruise on his foot joint. After this session with the medical staff, Batna continued his program with individual exercises on the pitch, ball at his feet, while the…
Ismaël Baouf continues to make strides at SC Cambuur. At just 19 years old, the Moroccan defender is establishing himself as one of the standout revelations of the season in the Dutch second division, prompting very positive comments from his coach Henk de Jong, who was recently interviewed by ESPN. The Dutch coach did not hide his admiration for his young player, whom he considers one of the best talents of his generation. Henk de Jong particularly highlighted Baouf’s defensive intelligence, his quality in duels, and his aerial game, while also noting that he still has room for improvement in…