Author: La Redaction
Sofiane Boufal ends the season on a positive note with Le Havre. Arriving this winter to bring his experience and creativity to the relegation battle, the Moroccan international has stepped up during this final stretch. With an important assist, he contributed to the club’s survival in Ligue 1. In a context where every point mattered, Boufal brought his technical quality, dynamism, and ability to create danger in the final third. For a player who needed to regain rhythm after his time at Union Saint-Gilloise, this end of the season is encouraging. This return to form also comes at a crucial…
Chadi Riad experienced another physical scare this Sunday during Crystal Palace’s match against Brentford, on the 37th and penultimate day of the Premier League. A starter in the Eagles’ defense, the Moroccan international was forced to leave his teammates in the second half of a tightly contested match that ended in a 2-2 draw. The Moroccan defender was substituted in the 74th minute after feeling pain in his left leg. Jefferson Lerma came on in his place, while Crystal Palace was engaged in a competitive match against a Brentford team still in contention for European spots. This exit comes at…
Long underutilized this season, Issa Diop is gradually regaining playing time with Fulham as the Premier League season comes to a close. The Moroccan central defender has played 12 league matches out of a possible 37, totaling 727 minutes, including 7 starts. Across all competitions, he has made 17 appearances this season. Against Bournemouth, despite Fulham’s home defeat by a score of 0-1, Issa Diop had already sent a positive signal. Coming on at halftime, the Atlas Lion played a solid 45 minutes in a challenging match for the Cottagers, especially after Joachim Andersen’s red card. This serious performance allowed…
Less than a month before the Lions of the Atlas kick off their campaign in the 2026 World Cup, Mohamed Ouahbi has provided several important insights regarding the national team’s preparation. In a lengthy interview broadcast on Friday night on Arryadia, the Moroccan coach discussed the schedule for the upcoming weeks, the final list of 26 players, the status of injured players, and his playing philosophy ahead of the major global event. The national coach first confirmed the organization of a first training camp from May 22 to 26 with the available pre-selected players. This gathering will allow the staff…
The FIFA has officially validated Ayyoub Bouaddi’s change of sporting nationality, paving the way for his arrival with the Atlas Lions. The LOSC midfielder, long courted by both France and Morocco, can now represent the Moroccan national team on the international stage. At 18 years old, Bouaddi was considered one of the great hopes of French football. An international with France’s youth teams, including the U21s, the Lille-trained player ultimately decided to embrace his roots and represent the country of his parents. This strong choice was confirmed after several months of uncertainty regarding his international future. This administrative validation is…
Ayyoub Bouaddi was at the center of a sensitive issue between Morocco and France. According to information from L’Équipe, the young midfielder from LOSC, long courted by both national teams, has ultimately decided in favor of the Atlas Lions, prioritizing the country of his origins and his parents. In this matter, Zinedine Zidane reportedly tried to convince the player to pursue his international future with the French team. This is a strong signal, as the former number 10 of the Blues remains a major figure in French football. However, despite this prestigious interest, Bouaddi did not change his course. The…
Morocco continues to gain respect on the international stage. Speaking at a press conference following the announcement of the French national team’s roster for the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps mentioned the Atlas Lions among the teams capable of playing leading roles in the upcoming World Cup. The coach of the Blues referenced several major nations expected to compete for the title, including Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and Brazil. In this list of contenders, Morocco was also mentioned, a sign of the new stature the national team has achieved since its historic run in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. This…
Couhaib Driouech keeps the Atlas Lions in the back of his mind. In an interview with Voetbal International, the Moroccan winger spoke about his ambition to wear the Moroccan jersey and participate in the World Cup, a goal that means a great deal to him and his family. When asked about a possible call-up to the national team, Driouech chose to remain cautious while clearly expressing his dream. “I don’t know if I am in the national coach’s plans, but I have to give my all. Then we will see. Playing for Morocco is a dream for me and for…
Azzedine Ounahi once again made his mark with Girona on Thursday night, during the 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad, in the 36th round of La Liga. Starting in the Catalan midfield, the Moroccan international delivered a solid performance, characterized by his activity between the lines and his ability to create space in the final third. After falling behind following Jon Martín’s opening goal in the 28th minute, Girona pushed hard to get back into the match. Ounahi was instrumental in organizing the play, providing technical precision and participating in several dangerous situations, particularly with his forward passes and runs around…
Brahim Diaz was decisive this Thursday evening with Real Madrid. Starting against Real Oviedo at the Santiago Bernabéu, the Moroccan international provided an assist during the 2-0 victory, confirming his importance in Álvaro Arbeloa’s offensive choices. In a match that was tightly contested for a long time, Brahim Diaz unlocked the situation just before halftime. In the 44th minute, the Lion of the Atlas set up Gonzalo García, who opened the scoring, allowing Real Madrid to head into the locker room with the lead. Available between the lines and diligent in his choices, Brahim was able to bring cohesion to…