Author: La Redaction
Villarreal CF has made a strong start to its Copa del Rey campaign, achieving a commanding 6-0 victory against CD Ciudad de Lucena, a team competing in the Spanish third division, in the first round of the competition. Among the key contributors to this win, Moroccan international Ilias Akhomach stood out. Entering the match with confidence, the Atlas Lion scored a superb goal in the 60th minute: launched down the right flank, he cut inside before unleashing an unstoppable left-footed shot into the far corner, allowing Villarreal to extend their lead to 3-0. This new goal confirms the rising form…
Major concern this Wednesday evening at the Vélodrome. The Moroccan international of Olympique de Marseille, Bilal Nadir, collapsed in the 86th minute alone on the pitch during the match against Angers. The young midfielder was immediately attended to by the medical staff before being evacuated on a stretcher, to the applause of the Marseille crowd, visibly worried. According to initial reports from the sports channel Ligue 1 +, Bilal Nadir is said to be conscious, a reassuring update after several minutes of tension on the field. OM is expected to communicate soon about the health status of their player.
Indeed, misfortune continues to follow Oussama El Azzouzi. The Moroccan international from AJ Auxerre was once again forced to leave his teammates prematurely this Sunday during the away match against Strasbourg in Ligue 1. Having suffered a neck injury in September, the Moroccan defender had already been sidelined for over a month. Recently returning to competition, he had regained confidence with two solid performances: 77 minutes against Stade Rennais, followed by a full 90 minutes against Le Havre. But misfortune struck again. After just a quarter of an hour of play against Strasbourg, El Azzouzi collapsed on the pitch, visibly…
OGC Nice continues its excellent run in Ligue 1. The Aiglons secured their third consecutive victory in the league with a 2-0 win against LOSC on Sunday evening at the Allianz Riviera. The match was marked by a new goal from Sofiane Diop, while the two Moroccan internationals Hamza Igamane and Osame Sahraoui, who started for Lille, were unable to turn the tide. The start of the match was balanced, with Lille trying to impose their pressing and exploit set pieces. Sofiane Diop, very active between the lines, quickly took control of Nice’s offensive play. Inspired and clear-headed, he perfectly…
The Moroccan international Bilal El Khannouss continues to deliver impressive performances in the colors of VfB Stuttgart. The attacking midfielder once again stood out this Wednesday during his team’s victory against FSV Mainz (2-0) in the DFB-Pokal, held at the Mewa Arena. After delivering a superbly taken corner, El Khannouss was directly involved in the opening goal, finished by Luca Jaquez, who beat goalkeeper Robin Zentner with a powerful header. The play perfectly reflects the technical precision and vision of the young Moroccan international, now an essential part of Stuttgart’s system. Thanks to this victory, Stuttgart continues its strong run…
The Mozambican Football Federation (FMF) officially announced on Wednesday the scheduling of a friendly match between Morocco and Mozambique, set for Friday, November 14, 2025, in Agadir. This match will take place during the FIFA international window (from November 10 to 18) and will serve as preparation for the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. On its official website, the FMF stated that Mozambican coach Chiquinho Conde has pre-selected 40 players, comprising individuals from both the local league and several foreign clubs. This extensive…
The Moroccan U17 national team secured a solid victory (2-0) against Switzerland on Tuesday in Dubai, as part of their preparation for the U17 World Cup. The Atlas Lion Cubs, led by Nabil Baha, quickly took control thanks to a well-organized collective and renewed efficiency. The goals were scored by Ziyad Baha and Younes El Bayadi, confirming the offensive potential of this African champion generation. This victory allows Morocco to bounce back after their draw (3-3) against Venezuela, which took place last Saturday in the United Arab Emirates. Against Switzerland, the young Moroccans displayed better defensive organization and more realism…
The U17 women’s national team saw its journey come to an end this Tuesday in Rabat, following a heavy defeat against North Korea (6-1) in the round of 16 of the U17 Women’s World Cup, held in Morocco until November 8. The North Koreans, three-time world champions and title holders, asserted their superiority from the start of the match. J. Yu (3rd, 79th), W. Kim (10th), K. Ri (42nd), an own goal by Imène Diyen (43rd), and Jin-A Ri (71st) sealed the fate of the encounter. However, the Atlas Lionesses managed to reduce the deficit late in the game thanks…
The Moroccan women’s national team asserted their authority on Tuesday, October 28, defeating Haiti 3-0 in a friendly match held at the Père Jégo Stadium in Casablanca. The Atlas Lionesses quickly took the lead with a goal from Imane Saoud in the 18th minute, followed by captain Ghizlane Chebbak doubling the score shortly after halftime (50th minute). Ibtissam Jraidi, ever effective, sealed the Moroccan victory with a precise strike in the 70th minute. This match is part of the preparations for Jorge Vilda’s protégées ahead of upcoming international competitions. Solid defensively and inspired offensively, the Moroccans confirm their rise in…
Ayyoub Bouaddi has become indispensable at LOSC, continuing his irresistible rise. At just 18 years old, the young midfielder of Moroccan descent impresses Bruno Genesio, as well as several European heavyweights. What was supposed to be a simple step in his progression has turned into a true phenomenon of precocity. The Lille coach does not hold back in his praise for his player: “I had said he needed to strengthen his game. Ayyoub has worked hard, he has gained mass and now asserts himself in the air. He is starting to win duels that he would probably have lost last…