Ajax eye Morocco left-back Fouad Zahouani in Union Touarga swoop

Moroccan left-back Fouad Zahouani of Union Touarga is being linked with a move to Dutch giants Ajax, with the 20-year-old defender reportedly...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 14

Who is Ayyoub Bouadi – The new Morocco teenage star

Morocco’s opening match against Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup produced a memorable performance that announced a new star to the global football...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 14

Andrea Berta can add £50m World Cup star to Mikel Arteta's Arsenal squad as clear message sent

The midfielder was a standout player for Morocco in their 1-1 draw with Brazil at the World Cup on Saturday night.
FOOTBALL LONDON Jun 14

Liverpool can add £50m World Cup star to Andoni Iraola's starting XI as 'contact' made for transfer

Morocco star Ayyoub Bouaddi has been linked with Liverpool ahead of the summer transfer window
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jun 14

'They could have won 3-1' - Oliseh insists Morocco needed Osimhen, Lookman-like forwards to beat Brazil

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has praised Morocco's impressive display against Brazil in their 2026 World Cup opener, insisting the...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Jun 14

World Cup 2026: “Such a brilliant performance – Gerrard praises Ayyoub Bouaddi's performance against Brazil

England football legend Steven Gerrard has praised the performance of Morocco teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi in the team's draw against Brazil. Morocco’s...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 14

Manchester United have tracked the World Cup's most exciting player so far

Talented midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi stole the show during Morocco's game against Brazil at the World Cup on Saturday night.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Jun 14

Arsenal handed major new Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer boost as fans demand signing

Gunners supporters desperate to land Lille's teenage sensation after remarkable World Cup debut for Morocco against Brazil
EVENING STANDARD Jun 14

Liverpool make 'direct contact' over transfer for £50m World Cup star in Andoni Iraola boost

Liverpool are yet to sign a player this summer but have been linked with Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi
DAILY STAR Jun 14

Arsenal handed Ayyoub Bouaddi transfer incentive by Lille chief as three deal rivals emerge

Arsenal hold an interest in Morocco international gem Ayyoub Bouaddi, who starred on his World Cup debut against Brazil
MIRROR Jun 14

Brazilian media agree about Carlo Ancelotti’s team without Estevao Willian after Morocco failure

Chelsea winger Estevao Willian could not contribute to Brazil’s opening game against Morocco at this year’s World Cup. Estevao had to be left out...
THE CHELSEA CHRONICLE Jun 14

Brazil 1-1 Morocco tactical review: Brazil's collapse proves they desperately need their talisman

Analysing Brazil's disastrous 1-1 draw against Morocco in their 2026 World Cup opener. Discover how Morocco dominated the midfield and why Neymar's...
EVERYTHINGBARCA.COM Jun 14

Arsenal 'working on signing' Morocco World Cup star Ayyoub Bouaddi as Lille demand €70m fee

Arsenal have reportedly approached Ayyoub Bouaddi regarding a transfer for the highly-rated Morocco midfielder.
GOAL.COM Jun 14

Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes admission as Brazil media verdict on his display - 'Complicated'

Brazil opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco
CHRONICLELIVE Jun 14

Brazil 1-1 Morocco player ratings: Teenage Bouaddi announces himself on World Cup stage as Casemiro struggles in Group C opener

Sports Mole rates every player from Brazil's 1-1 World Cup 2026 draw with Morocco, as teenage Bouaddi shines on debut and Vinicius Jr. rescues...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 14

Man Utd to complete first summer transfer with World Cup star ready to undergo medical

Michael Carrick is looking to bolster his Manchester United squad during the transfer window (Picture: Getty) Manchester United will take a...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

Arsenal face competition for Bouaddi after World Cup debut

Many top clubs are expected to step up their interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi after his impressive World Cup debut for Morocco against Brazil on Saturday...
DAILYCANNON Jun 14

That "complete" performance against Brazil shows why this United ace will be the engine of Carrick's revolution - report

Noussair Mazraoui was so spectacular against Brazil in Morocco's World Cup opener, and now the local media has reacted. The post Noussair Mazraoui...
THEPEOPLESPERSON.COM Jun 14

Why Kobbie Mainoo is the biggest winner from Casemiro's World Cup disaster with Brazil

Departed Manchester United star Casemiro had a World Cup performance to forget as Brazil faced Morocco. At the end of last season, Manchester...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 14

"He didn't impress me" - Morocco coach's stunning verdict on World Cup sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi

Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has offered a strikingly calm assessment of teenage sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi following the Atlas Lions' impressive 1-1...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jun 14

Newcastle United captain under pressure after one World Cup match as Brazil media fume

Brazil were lucky to escape New Jersey with a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup match against Morocco.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Jun 14

John McGinn says how Scotland will make it 'difficult' for Morocco and Brazil

Scotland match-winner John McGinn is optimistic his team can go on to reach the World Cup knockout stages for the very first time after marking...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Jun 14

Chelsea fans are desperate for BlueCo to sign Morocco’s £44m World Cup star after Brazil draw

The World Cup is not just the highest source of footballing entertainment for fans, but it is a scouting pool for the club’s biggest sides,...
THE CHELSEA CHRONICLE Jun 14

Meet Ayoub Bouaddi: Morocco’s maths student who stood tall against Brazil

Morocco’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup produced plenty of talking points but none exceeds the story of Ayoub Bouaddi. Ismael Saibari’s...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jun 14

‘The kid caught my attention’ – Gerrard singles out Morocco’s Bouaddi following impressive debut

Morocco’s promising young midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has received praise from former England captain and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard after an...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jun 14

‘It was not a risk’ – Morocco coach hails 18-year-old Bouaddi after Brazil display

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has insisted there was never any risk in handing 18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi his senior international debut...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jun 14

2026 World Cup: Morocco make history with entirely foreign-born starting XI

Morocco made FIFA World Cup history in their opening match of the 2026 tournament, becoming the first national team ever to field a starting...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jun 14

'Never looked in control' - Casemiro & Gabriel called out for dismal displays in Brazil's World Cup draw with Morocco

Alan Shearer and Lucas Leiva have criticised Gabriel Magalhaes and Casemiro after Brazil's 1-1 World Cup draw with Morocco in New Jersey.
GOAL.COM Jun 14

FC Barcelona News: 14 June 2026; Raphinha makes Brazil World Cup debut, Ferran Torres wanted by PSG

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Vinicius Jr earns point for Brazil – FIFAMorocco forged ahead against the five-time winners thanks to Ismael Saibari but both...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM Jun 14

Michael Carrick deserves more credit for his tactical brilliance after Brazil’s draw vs Morocco

Brazil can count themselves lucky to escape with a draw against Morocco in a game that raises Michael Carrick’s stock. After steering Man Utd...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 14

Aston Villa may have doubts over Igor Thiago deal as the full stats from his Brazil display revealed

Aston Villa could have doubts about signing Brentford striker Igor Thiago following his display for Brazil against Morocco in the World...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Jun 14

Gabriel makes World Cup debut in Brazil draw

Read about how Gabriel played in Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco at the World Cup
ARSENAL.COM Jun 14

World Cup 2026: Morocco become first nation to field an entirely foreign-born XI

Morocco etched its name into the FIFA World Cup history books during its Group C opener at MetLife Stadium, becoming the first nation ever to field...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 14

Future is bright for Morocco, declares Ouahbi after encouraging draw with Brazil

Morocco were arguably the better team in their draw with Brazil, and head coach Mohamed Ouahbi expects them to continue improving. The post Future...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Jun 14

World Cup Day 3: Brazil unconvincing, Scotland end wait, Swiss snoozefest

The FIFA World Cup 2026 party continued on Saturday as Brazil faced Morocco and Scotland finally ended a 28-year wait to play at the tournament. ...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM Jun 14

Ancelotti ‘very clear’ about what ‘anxious’ Brazil must improve after 1-1 draw vs. Morocco

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti examines Brazil’s 1-1 draw against Morocco in their 2026 World Cup...
FOOTBALL ITALIA Jun 14

World Cup 2026: Issa's Morocco draw with Brazil

Issa Diop made his first appearance at a World Cup as Morocco drew 1-1 with Brazil in their opening game. Our centre back played the full 90...
FULHAM FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 14

Bruno Guimaraes assists Brazil to respectability in New Jersey

Bruno Guimaraes and Brazil kicked off their 2026 World Cup group matches in New Jersey on Saturday. Anybody thinking this would be an easy opener...
THE MAG Jun 14

Patterson Steers Scotland To First World Cup Win In 36 Years

Nathan Patterson played the final 15 minutes of Scotland's first World Cup victory since 1990 as Steve Clarke's side beat Haiti 1-0 in Foxborough,...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 14

Video: 88% pass accuracy, 7 duels won, 5 clearances: United veteran locks down La Liga star in stunning World Cup performance

Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui put in a stunning performance for Morocco as he locked down Brazil's Raphinha. The post Noussair...
THEPEOPLESPERSON.COM Jun 14

Ancelotti fears World Cup pressure may have got to Brazil

Brazil made a poor start against Morocco and ultimately could only draw 1-1 in their World Cup opener in New Jersey. The post Ancelotti fears World...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Jun 14

Brazilian media rate Gabriel’s World Cup performance vs Morocco after the Arsenal star’s bad mistake

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes did not kick off his 2026 World Cup campaign the way he would have liked, and the Brazilian media have slammed...
ARSENAL INSIDER Jun 14

Brazilian media’s brutal verdict of Chelsea-linked star’s performance against Morocco

Under former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil did not get off to the start that they would have hoped for at this year’s World Cup....
THE CHELSEA CHRONICLE Jun 14

World Cup news: What Carlo Ancelotti, Vinicius Junior said about Brazil’s pathetic start

Brazil and Morocco, ranked sixth and seventh respectively, played out a 1-1 draw in their Group C opener at the FIFA World Cup 2026 at MetLife...
CLUTCHPOINTS Jun 14

World Cup 2026 news: Scotland react to first World Cup victory in 36 years as Australia beat Turkey

News, build-up and reaction from the United States, Mexico and CanadaPlayer guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail us hereHello and welcome to...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 14

Fabrizio Romano shares Ayyoub Bouaddi to Arsenal transfer update right after his World Cup masterclass

Almost every Arsenal fan is talking about Ayyoub Bouaddi after his performance for Morocco against Brazil. A star is born at every World Cup, and...
ARSENAL INSIDER Jun 14

Tawfik Bentayeb: CSKA Sofia eye Morocco striker in Union Touarga swoop

Moroccan centre-forward Tawfik Bentayeb of Union Touarga is being linked with a move to Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia, with the 24-year-old...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 14

Casemiro and Carlo Ancelotti blasted by former Brazil star after Morocco draw

Casemiro had a tough day out against Morocco (Picture: Getty Images) Carlo Ancelotti, Casemiro and Lucas Paqueta were among those under fire after...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

World Cup round-up + Timber on his injury recovery

Morning all, here’s a quick Sunday round-up. There was Arsenal involvement in the World Cup last night as Gabriel started for Brazil in their 1-1...
ARSEBLOG.COM Jun 14

Morocco rules out future bids to host CAF competitions

Morocco rules out future bids to host CAF competitions. The post Morocco rules out future bids to host CAF competitions appeared first on Soccer24.
SOCCER24.CO.ZW Jun 14

Scotland ease 'pressure' with 1st WC win since 199...

Steve Clarke said his Scotland side's long-awaited World Cup win over Haiti means the team have less pressure on them as they prepare to face Morocco.
ESPN Jun 14

Ismael Saibari's 100% and 92% Morocco stats vs Brazil proves he's the perfect Aston Villa signing

Ismael Saibari was Morocco's star performer in their 1-1 draw against Brazil as he showed Aston Villa that he could be their perfect signing this...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Jun 14

Jason Wilcox should have a new number one target for Man Utd after watching Brazil vs Morocco

Manchester United’s search for the ideal midfield additions this summer should look no further than the star of the midfield battle between Brazil...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 14

World Cup 2026: Morocco hold Brazil as Scotland go top of Group C

The next set of fixtures could prove decisive. Morocco will face Scotland in Foxborough on Friday, while Brazil take on Haiti in Philadelphia. The...
PREMIUM TIMES Jun 14

Brazil's midfield will cost them the World Cup

Day Three of the 2026 World Cup saw the debut of five-time champions Brazil as the Seleção began their journey in Group C with a 1-1 draw against...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM Jun 14

Steve Clarke says pressure on Scotland has eased after victory in ‘must-win game'

Head coach ‘absolutely delighted' with World Cup triumph over Haiti‘Different approach' needed in games against Morocco and BrazilSteve Clarke...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 14

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Ayyoub Bouaddi, the 18-year-old who dominated Brazil and is eyed by Arsenal

Morocco's 18-year-old Bouaddi was the standout midfielder against Brazil at the MetLife Stadium, with Arsenal pushing to land the Lille teenager.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 14

World Cup 2026: Ancelotti Laments Brazil’s Draw Against Morocco

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted he was disappointed with his team’s result against Morocco. The South Americans were held to an...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 14

England hero insists he’s ‘not hating’ after reaction to Scotland beating Haiti

Steve Clarke’s Scotland secured a vital 1-0 win over Haiti (Picture: Getty Images) Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart insisted he wasn’t ‘hating’...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

Brazil 1-1 Morocco : Irritated Ancelotti explains Brazil's below-par first-half display

Carlo Ancelotti did not come away from Brazil's World Cup opener satisfied on Saturday, June 13, after the 1-1 draw with Morocco.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 14

We’ll No Longer Submit Bids To Host African Competitions —Morocco Football President

The President of Morocco’s Football Federation (FRMF), Fouzi Lekjaa, said that his country will no longer submit bids to host African competitions....
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 14

Steve Clarke declares Scotland will feel 'less pressure' against World Cup big guns as he heaps praise on heroes

Morocco are next up before Brazil in Group C after Clarke's men won their World Cup opener
DAILY RECORD Jun 14

Brazilian press react to Casemiro and Matheus Cunha in Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco, mixed fortunes

Casemiro and Matheus Cunha both played for Brazil against Morocco on Saturday night, but it wasn’t a good night for both. There were three...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 14

John McGinn tells Scotland teammates what they must change despite Haiti win

John McGinn was the hero for Scotland against Haiti (Picture: Getty Images) John McGinn has urged his Scotland teammates to be more positive and...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

2026 World Cup: Scotland take control of Group C as Morocco prepare for next test

Morocco’s hopes of finishing top of Group C received an early challenge after Scotland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti to move clear at the...
AFRICAN.FOOTBALL Jun 14

Bailed out by Vinícius Júnior, Brazil are still a ...

Vinícius Júnior's superb goal was enough to help Brazil scrape a 1-1 draw in their underwhelming World Cup opener against Morocco.
ESPN Jun 14

Vinícius Jr. rescues draw for Brazil against Moroc...

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti suggested "nerves" got the better of his players during a dreadful start to their opening World Cup fixture against...
ESPN Jun 14

Haiti 0-1 Scotland: McGinn winner edges Tartan Army past brave Haitians in foul-strewn battle

John McGinn proved the difference as Scotland edged a foul-strewn opener against a brave Haiti to go top of Group C ahead of Brazil and Morocco.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 14

Moroccan press react to Noussair Mazraoui performance for Morocco vs Brazil

Manchester United had plenty of vested interests in Morocco vs Brazil on Saturday night, including Noussair Mazraoui for the Atlas Lions. On...
UNITED IN FOCUS Jun 14

Arsenal Accelerate Ayyoub Bouaddi Pursuit After Morocco Midfielder Dazzles Against Brazil At World Cup

Arsenal have been monitoring Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi since 2025, and his stunning World Cup display against Brazil has intensified that...
GOONERDAILY.COM Jun 14

Scotland victorious on World Cup return after McGinn strike helps clinch win over Haiti

This all proved rather difficult to evaluate as the dust settled. Scotland's fifth win at a World Cup finals should have been a cause for epic...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 14

Group C: Brazil 1-1 Morocco

East Rutherford: Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant equaliser for Brazil in a 1-1 draw with Morocco on Saturday as the five-time FIFA World Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 14

Arsenal given price to sign Morocco World Cup star Ayyoub Bouaddi

Arsenal have already held talks to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi (NurPhoto/Shutterstock) Arsenal have made an approach to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Carlo Ancelotti's lop-sided and spineless side will have to improve if they are to win the World Cup... they can't just rely on Vinicius Jnr's brilliance, writes IAN LADYMAN

IAN LADYMAN IN NEW JERSEY: Brazil haven't lost the opening game of a World Cup since 1934 and only the brilliance of Real Madrid star Vinicius...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jun 14

FIFA World Cup: Morocco denied famous win as Vinícius rescues Brazil

Brazil staged a spirited comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against Morocco in a thrilling World Cup Group C opener. Vinícius Júnior's stunning strike...
INDIATIMES.COM Jun 14

Alan Shearer criticises ‘shaky’ Gabriel Magalhaes after Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup opener

Gabriel Magalhaes looked slow and shaky in Brazil’s World Cup opener, according to Alan Shearer (Getty) Alan Shearer believes Gabriel Magalhaes...
METRO.CO.UK Jun 14

Managing Madrid Podcast: Vinicius Golazo And Bouaddi Dominance — Reaction To Brazil 1 – 1 Morocco

AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, and Hridyam Arora reaction to Brazil vs Morocco,...
MANAGING MADRID Jun 14

World Cup 2026: Morocco 1-1 Brazil – Player Ratings

Morocco began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with an impressive 1-1 draw against Brazil, producing another disciplined display against one of...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 13

World Cup 2026: Midfield chess match ends Brazil-Morocco level – Tactical analysis

The 1-1 draw between Brazil and Morocco in their 2026 World Cup Group C opener at MetLife Stadium offered a masterclass in contrasting tactical...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 13

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Carlo Ancelotti's lop-sided and spineless side will have to improve if they are to win the World Cup... they can't just rely on Vinicius Jr's brilliance, writes IAN LADYMAN

IAN LADYMAN IN NEW JERSEY: Brazil haven't lost the opening game of a World Cup since 1934 and only the brilliance of Real Madrid star Vinicius...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jun 13

Vinicius Jr is Brazil's cheat code but Morocco show what's missing under Carlo Ancelotti

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: The Real Madrid winger salvaged a point for the five-time World Cup winners after surviving an early scare from African...
THE INDEPENDENT Jun 13

Morocco has no special influence in CAF, says FRMF president Fouzi Lekjaa

Royal Moroccan Football Federation president Fouzi Lekjaa has dismissed suggestions that Morocco wields significant influence within the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Jun 13

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Vinicius Junior's World Cup goal creates history for Real Madrid but concerns mount for Carlo Ancelotti

Vinicius Junior's goal for Brazil against Morocco created history at the World Cup for Real Madrid, but it did not mask a number of concerns for...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 13

Brazil bounce back from early Morocco mauling to open door for Scotland – 5 talking points

Scotland's Group C rivals fought out an enthralling 1-1 draw in New Jersey and there was good news and bad for the Tartan Army
DAILY RECORD Jun 13

Brazil, Morocco share spoils in entertaining stalemate

Brazil and Morocco opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaigns with a thrilling 1–1 draw at the New York/New Jersey Stadium, showcasing Morocco’s...
SOKA25EAST.COM Jun 13

WORLD CUP THREAD: 14 Jun. 2026

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It's in...
MANAGING MADRID Jun 13

Brazil ratings vs. Morocco: Vinicius Jr saves the Selecao after dreary Casemiro performance leaves Carlo Ancelotti's men searching for answers

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Vinicius Jr scored a wonderful goal to give life to an otherwise languid Brazil performance, and they settled for a 1-1...
GOAL.COM Jun 13

Brazil 1-1 Morocco, World Cup 2026: Raphinha quiet as Seleção rescue point in Group C opener

The first Barcelona star in action in World Cup 2026 was Raphinha as the forward played all 90 minutes in Brazil's 1-1 draw against Morocco at...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM Jun 13

Brazil 1-1 Morocco: Vinicius Junior stunner earns point for Selecao in World Cup 2026 opener

Selecao are hoping to win a sixth World Cup
EVENING STANDARD Jun 13
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