Author: La Redaction
FIFA published its latest update of the women’s national team world rankings on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The Moroccan team, led by Jorge Vilda, has made a notable progression by gaining one place and now occupies the 60th position in the world with a total of 1,427.72 points. On the continental level, the Lionesses of the Atlas maintain their status as the third-best nation in Africa, behind Nigeria, which leads the African ranking in 36th position globally, and South Africa, which is ranked 54th in the world and second in Africa. It is worth noting that in February, Morocco played…
Defeated by Liverpool at the Parc des Princes (0-1) in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16, Paris Saint-Germain will have to turn the situation around next Tuesday at Anfield. Despite this frustrating defeat, Achraf Hakimi remains confident in his team’s chances of qualification. “Frustrated to lose like this” After the match, the Atlas Lion expressed both his disappointment and determination for the return leg: “We are coming out frustrated. Frustrated to lose the match like this. We’ve seen this kind of situation happen before this season, notably against Atlético (1-2, on November 6). It hurts to…
Paris Saint-Germain suffered a cruel defeat at home against Liverpool (0-1) in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16. Despite dominating the game and creating numerous chances, the Parisians were unable to convert their opportunities. From the very first moments of the match, PSG asserted its dominance, taking control of the game against a struggling Liverpool side. Achraf Hakimi, deployed on the right flank, delivered an impressive performance under the watchful eye of Morocco’s national team coach, Hoalid Regragui, who was present in the stands to observe his player. Strong defensively and highly active in attack, the…
A forward, Ibrahim Rabbaj, who comes from Chelsea’s academy, is currently making a lot of headlines across the Channel. The renowned British media outlet BBC published a lengthy article titled “Who is Chelsea youngster Rabbaj?” At just 16 years old, his impressive performances have already drawn comparisons to Lionel Messi. The figures circulating on social media are striking: 50 goals and 60 assists in 42 matches across various categories of the Blues’ academy. However, these statistics remain difficult to verify, especially since they could include reduced matches or unofficial games. What is certain, however, is that Rabbaj has already proven…
Boosted by a strong performance in the first leg of the prestigious Champions League Round of 16, Moroccan international Brahim Diaz played a key role in Real Madrid’s victory over Atlético Madrid at the Bernabéu. Scoring a decisive goal when the score was tied at 1-1, the Atlas Lion helped his team take a slight advantage ahead of the second leg. After this memorable night, he took the opportunity to speak about the incredible atmosphere in the stadium and the importance of staying focused for the rest of the competition. “Thank you once again for your incredible support and for…
Ayyoub Bouaddi, at just 17 years old, was included in the starting lineup for the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 between Borussia Dortmund and Lille (1-1) on Wednesday. The young Moroccan, who showed incredible maturity for his age, was a key player in midfield, providing his team with defensive solidity and rare game intelligence. Bouaddi was present on the pitch throughout the match, despite a challenging first half for LOSC. The Lille side struggled in the first half, being dominated by a particularly sharp Dortmund team. The French side had difficulty playing the ball out cleanly,…
Despite the numerous criticisms following his decision to play for Morocco, Chemsdine Talbi was indeed included in the starting lineup as a midfielder for this first leg of the Champions League Round of 16. The future Lion of the Atlas showed promising moments despite his team’s 3-1 defeat, Club Brugge. In the 30th minute, Talbi had the opportunity to score a goal that could have changed the course of the game and given Brugge the lead, but his shot was brilliantly saved by Aston Villa’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez. Brugge was shaken early, conceding a goal in the 3rd minute to…
In an interview with the Belgian daily Le Soir, Thomas Meunier shared his thoughts on the issue of dual nationals in football, a topic particularly relevant to Morocco in recent years. He believes that these decisions are not solely driven by sporting considerations but are deeply influenced by the education and cultural ties of the players. Meunier emphasizes that players will always gravitate toward what represents them most: their family name and the values passed down by their parents and grandparents. He even mentions Morocco as an example, highlighting the Atlas Lions’ ability to compete with top European teams and…
Sevilla FC is keeping a close eye on Abdel Abqar, the central defender from Deportivo Alavés. At 25 years old, the Moroccan international is at a crucial stage in his career, with his contract set to expire in June 2025. Given the uncertainty surrounding his future in LaLiga, the Andalusian club could make a move to sign him this summer, taking advantage of tensions between the player and his current club. Defensively solid, Abqar stands out for his reading of the game, aerial ability, and quality in playing out from the back. His profile aligns with Sevilla FC’s needs as…
Mohamed Ihattaren is among the players likely to compete in the U21 European Championship with the Netherlands. The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) has contacted his agent, but the RKC Waalwijk player is not yet considering this possibility. In an interview with Goedemorgen Eredivisie on ESPN, he stated that he has not had direct communication with the national team officials and prefers to focus on his club. While he feels honored by this interest, he emphasizes that his priority remains on the pitch and that he does not distinguish between a potential career with the Netherlands or Morocco. Since joining RKC,…