Author: La Redaction
Hervé Renard has not closed the African chapter. In an interview with Jeune Afrique, the French coach (two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with Zambia in 2012 and Ivory Coast in 2015) reflects on his journey, his attachment to the continent, and especially his time at the helm of Morocco (2016-2019), which he now summarizes as a largely successful experience. Morocco, “a project” that marked Renard Renard explains that he retains “90% positive” from his adventure with the Atlas Lions. At the heart of his account is the structuring of Moroccan football, which he attributes to the dynamic initiated by…
Amine Adli made a major impact in the Premier League this Tuesday, playing a key role in Bournemouth’s comeback win over Everton (2–1) at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Already threatening in the second half, the Moroccan international first showed his perfect sense of timing—before forcing the decisive moment in a move that left the Toffees down to ten men. A Goal During the Cherries’ Strong Spell Trailing 1–0 at halftime, Bournemouth came out firing after the break and turned the game around within minutes. During that dominant spell, Adli scored the go-ahead goal with a well-placed header, putting the visitors in…
Youssef En-Nesyri did not wait long to make his mark in the colors of Al-Ittihad Club. At the King Abdullah Stadium (King Abdullah Sports City / Alinma Stadium) in Jeddah, the Moroccan striker made a resounding debut in the AFC Champions League Elite, scoring and providing an assist during the resounding victory against Al Gharafa (7-0) in the 7th match of 8 in the group stage (Group B). An immediate impact: opening the scoring in the 3rd minute The match turned right from the start. From a cross coming in from the right, En-Nesyri opened the scoring in less than…
According to the Spanish press, Real Betis has not closed the door on a continuation of Sofyan Amrabat beyond this season, despite a complex situation both financially and sportingly. The Moroccan midfielder is on loan from Fenerbahçe until June 30, 2026, and Sevilla is still exploring possible options (new loan or purchase) to avoid a complete break at the end of the season. A significant gap between Betis’s idea and Fenerbahçe’s demands On the economic side, several reports indicate a valuation gap: Betis could align around €7 million in an initial approach, while Fenerbahçe is aiming for around €15 million…
The PSG–OM Classic was marked by several absences and the presence of Moroccan internationals. Achraf Hakimi did not participate in the match, as the Paris Saint-Germain full-back was suspended. Despite his sporting absence, the Moroccan international was indeed present at the Parc des Princes, where he was notably seen chatting with Rio Ferdinand on the sidelines of the match. On the Marseille side, Nayef Aguerd did not play and was not listed on the match sheet for Olympique de Marseille. Announced as uncertain before the match, the Moroccan defender was ultimately not selected by the Olympian staff for this trip…
Younes Taha scored this weekend in the Eredivisie, opening the scoring for FC Groningen against PSV Eindhoven. In the 17th minute, the Moroccan forward took advantage of a quick play to get the better of his defender and finished with a curled left-footed shot from the right side of the box, finding the opposite corner. This goal sparked a first half where Groningen managed to contain the league leaders for a long time, demonstrating true discipline off the ball and sharp transitions. Taha embodied this plan: making himself available behind the defense, attacking the depth at the right moment, and…
Morocco lost the CAN 2025 final to Senegal (0-1 after extra time) on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, after a match that became unbearable in the final minutes of regulation time. The Atlas Lions had a title-winning opportunity at their feet, with a penalty awarded in stoppage time, but Brahim Díaz missed his attempt, only to see Senegal score right at the start of extra time.A Locked Final… Until ChaosFor nearly 90 minutes, the match resembled many finals: cautious, tense, contested over details. Morocco sought to establish its game, while Senegal aimed to…
Morocco secured its place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Tanzania 1-0 on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in Rabat, after a round of 16 match that was tighter than expected. For a long time, the Atlas Lions struggled against a disciplined opponent, who was well-organized and ready to capitalize on any hesitation, in a typical ‘trap’ match scenario that the coach had indeed feared before kick-off. The breakthrough came in the 64th minute, thanks to Brahim Díaz, who scored the only goal of the match and his fourth goal in the tournament. This achievement…
At 5 PM at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco begins its knockout phase against Tanzania, with the idea that “the real tournament starts now.” In this context, Hoalid Regragui must also deal with a significant blow confirmed just hours before the match: Azzedine Ounahi is unavailable, seen at the stadium on crutches with a brace, forcing the staff to readjust the balance in midfield. The coach fields an initiative-oriented eleven in a 4-3-3 formation, with an important return on the flanks: Bounou in goal; Hakimi, Aguerd, Masina, and Mazraoui in defense; El Aynaoui, El Khannouss, and Saibari…
Rabat, January 4, 2026 – Just hours before the Round of 16 match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Tanzania (5 PM, Prince Moulay Abdellah Complex), the Atlas Lions received some bad news: Azzedine Ounahi will not participate in the match. The Moroccan midfielder, who plays for Girona, was seen arriving at the stadium on crutches with a brace on his left foot, an image that quickly circulated in the media and confirmed the physical alert. In the Moroccan plan, Ounahi’s absence weighs heavily as he brings what few profiles possess in the same position: the ability to…