AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Mauritania v Central African Republic preview
Mauritania begin their quest for a place at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations when they face Central African Republic in their opening Group F...
Najd Ajroud signs Monaco deal after choosing France over Tunisia
Monaco have handed Tunisian-French teenager Najd Ajroud his first professional contract after the 18-year-old chose to represent France at youth...
Morocco and Gabon begin AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign in Group A
Morocco begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign at home to Gabon on Friday, with both sides looking to make an early statement...
Ghana v Gambia: Mustapha Kechaf replaces Jalal Jayed as referee for 2027 AFCON qualifier
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has changed the referee appointed for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Ghana and...
Edouard Mendy reignites Morocco-Senegal AFCON final controversy
Edouard Mendy has reignited the controversy surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco after speaking publicly about...
CAF names referees for key second-round 2027 AFCON qualifiers
CAF has appointed the referees for several of the biggest second-round matches in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, including Morocco’s...
Akhomach recalled by Morocco as Brahim Diaz fitness concerns emerge
Ilias Akhomach has been added to Morocco's squad during preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with the timing of his return...
‘When he calls, you can’t say no’ – Ebnoutalib credits Klopp for choice to represent Germany
Younes Ebnoutalib was eligible to represent either Germany or Morocco, and he says talks with Jurgen Klopp made his mind up.
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Brahim Diaz a doubt for Morocco as Ilias Akhomach earns recall
The Morocco Football Federation has called up Villarreal forward Ilias Akhomach, raising doubts over Brahim Diaz's involvement in the national...
Hussein Ammouta receives injury boost ahead of Al Ahly Zamalek clash
Moroccan coach Hussein Ammouta has received a boost ahead of Al Ahly’s Egyptian Premier League meeting with rivals Zamalek, with four players...
Real Madrid send Tiago Pitarch to Castilla as Mourinho plans route back from injury
Real Madrid have drawn up an intensive plan to help Tiago Pitarch regain his fitness and return to contention under manager Jose Mourinho. The...
Ilias Akhomach receives Morocco call-up ahead of Gabon clash
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has called up Villarreal winger Ilias Akhomach to join the national team camp ahead of the Atlas Lions' 2027 Africa...
Southampton hand Morocco prospect Yunus Linton professional contract
Southampton have handed Moroccan youth international Yunus Linton his first professional contract after the 17-year-old received his maiden call-up...
Wahbi rewards Morocco's star: and prepares to drop Brahim Diaz
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has announced the call-up of Ilias Akhomach, the Villarreal forward, to the Morocco squad, in a move that...
Monaco promote Moroccan duo Benzahra and Haddani after impressive academy seasons
Moroccan youngsters Safouane Benzahra and Nahel Haddani have signed their first professional contracts with AS Monaco after impressing during their...
Morocco recall Ilias Akhomach for September qualifiers
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has added Villarreal forward Ilias Akhomach to the Atlas Lions' squad for their September camp. Akhomach was not...
Black Challenge name 20-man provisional squad for 2026 WAFF World Cup
Ghana’s Black Challenge have named a provisional 20-player squad for national camping as preparations intensify for the 2026 World...
Ouahbi rewards Morocco star and prepares to leave out Brahim Diaz
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has announced the call-up of Villarreal forward Ilias Akhomach to the Morocco national team squad, in a move...
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester rivals track 15-year-old FC Copenhagen talent Ilyas Houira
Ilyas Houira, the 15-year-old midfielder contracted to FC Copenhagen, is attracting attention from some of Europe's biggest clubs. The Moroccan...
Ismael Saibari misses Oktoberfest as Bayern Munich form begins to improve
Ismael Saibari has made an encouraging start to life at Bayern Munich, registering three assists before scoring his first Bundesliga goal...
By a decision from Mourinho: an urgent plan to help the "Moroccan gem"
Real Madrid have put in place a carefully devised plan for their young player Thiago Pitarch to help him regain his physical fitness, in the hope...
Eliesse Ben Seghir begins individual training at Bayer Leverkusen
Eliesse Ben Seghir began Bayer Leverkusen's new training week away from the main group as he continues managing a minor muscular problem. The...
Ebnoutalib explains why Jurgen Klopp's call swung international choice towards Germany
Younes Ebnoutalib has revealed that a personal phone call from Jurgen Klopp was the decisive factor in his decision to represent Germany rather...
Esperance have no talks with Walid Regragui despite links
Tunisian club Esperance have not opened negotiations with former Morocco coach Walid Regragui despite reports linking him with the club’s vacant...
Safouane Benzahra signs first professional contract with AS Monaco
Safouane Benzahra has signed his first professional contract with AS Monaco, with the 18-year-old Morocco winger committing his future to the club...
Hakimi and Saibari absent as Morocco step up AFCON 2027preparations
Morocco began preparations for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign without key players Achraf Hakimi and Ismail El Saibari. The...
Sunderland Winger Is Gathering Interest From Turkey: Should Le Bris Cash In On Him This January?
In a recent report, Fotomac stated that Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi is gathering interest from Turkey. It is understood that Fenerbahce are...
Morocco win race for Egyptian-Moroccan midfielder Wahib El Antary
French-born midfielder Wahib El Antary has reportedly chosen to represent Morocco at international level after being included in the Atlas Lions'...
Morocco midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi vows to give everything for Atlas Lions
Morocco midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi says he is ready to give everything for the Atlas Lions after earning a place in Mohamed Ouahbi's squad for...
Brahim Diaz faces fitness doubt for Morocco qualifiers
Brahim Diaz is a doubt for Morocco’s upcoming matches against Gabon and Lesotho after continuing to experience muscle discomfort that has limited...
Morocco’s Maghreb de Fès begin search for new president after Mohamed Bouzoubaa’s exit
Moroccan club Maghreb de Fès have opened applications for candidates seeking to become their next president following Mohamed Bouzoubaa’s...
'Ajax set their sights on Moroccan talent'
Ajax are in the market for Ilyas Houira, Danish outlet Tipsbladet reported on Tuesday. The talented midfielder is also on the lists of various top...
Madrid mayor fears Morocco could win race to host 2030 World Cup final
Madrid mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida says he is concerned that the Spanish capital could lose the chance to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final,...
Madrid mayor predicts Morocco could host 2030 World Cup final
Madrid mayor Jose Luis Almeida has predicted that Morocco could host the 2030 World Cup final, saying he is not optimistic about Spain securing the...
Leipzig renew pursuit of Morocco midfielder El Morabet as Strasbourg set €35m price
Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have renewed their interest in Morocco midfielder Samir El Morabet, with Strasbourg reportedly valuing the 20-year-old...
Morocco commits MAD 1.265bn to Marrakech stadium upgrade ahead of 2030 World Cup
Morocco has awarded a MAD 1.265 billion ($126.5m) contract to Moroccan company Lamalif to carry out the fourth phase of renovations at the...
'Ajax target Moroccan talent'
Ajax are in the market for Ilyas Houira, Danish outlet Tipsbladet reported on Tuesday. The talented midfielder is also on the lists of various...
Morocco step up AFCON 2027 preparations ahead of Gabon opener
Morocco have continued preparations for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with another training session at the Mohammed VI...
Moroccan teenager found under Valladolid team bus after Ceuta match
A Moroccan teenager was discovered hiding beneath the Real Valladolid team bus after the Spanish second-division club left Ceuta following their...
Ajax face fierce competition in battle for top talent with Moroccan roots
Ajax are in the market for Ilyas Houira, Danish outlet Tipsbladet reported on Tuesday. The talented midfielder is also on the lists of various...
Madrid mayor Almeida doubts 2030 World Cup final will be held in the Spanish capital
Madrid mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida says he is not optimistic that the capital will host the 2030 World Cup final, warning that “there must be...
'Ajax face stiff competition in battle for top talent with Moroccan roots'
Ajax are in the market for Ilyas Houira, Danish outlet Tipsbladet reported on Tuesday. The talented midfielder is also on the lists of various top...
Breaking News: Jordan Ayew withdraws from Black Stars camp after knee scan
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has left the Black Stars camp after a scan revealed a problem with his knee, GHANAsoccernet.com Headquarters can...
Soufiane Faouzi ready to fight for Morocco in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Soufiane Faouzi has returned to the Morocco squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and says he is ready to represent the Atlas Lions....
Samba Diawara joins AJ Auxerre after Morocco talks break down
Samba Diawara will not join the Morocco national set-up after opting to continue his coaching career in France with AJ Auxerre. The Franco-Malian...
Newcastle should accelerate Abde Ezzalzouli January deal, the data is really clear
Newcastle should reignite their interest in Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli as he impresses in the early stages of La Liga's new campaign.The...
What did he say about Morocco? Madrid mayor gives his opinion on the 2030 World Cup final issue
The mayor of Madrid, Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, admitted today, Tuesday, that he is not optimistic about the 2030 World Cup final being held in...
Morocco Awards $134m Contract to Modernise Marrakech Stadium
Morocco has stepped up the redevelopment of the Grand Stadium of Marrakech after awarding a $134 million contract for major electrical, digital and...
AFCON 2027 : Morocco begin AFCON preparations under Ouahbi
Morocco have begun preparations for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, with head coach Mohamed Ouahbi overseeing the national...
Monaco hand first professional contracts to Moroccan duo and Tunisia-France talent
AS Monaco have awarded first professional contracts to Morocco youth internationals Safouane Benzahra and Nahel Haddani, along with Tunisia-France...
Kadewere, Dube ruled out of Warriors AFCON qualifiers with injuries
WARRIORS forwards Tino Kadewere and Prince Dube have been ruled out of the squad ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against...
AFCON 2027: Migné begins Gabon era without Aubameyang
Sébastien Migné will begin his competitive tenure as Gabon head coach without the country’s most prominent recent attacking figure, Pierre-Emerick...
Monaco officially sign Moroccan duo
Monaco of France have signed contracts with two Morocco youth team players, after the pair shone in recent periods and drew the attention of other...
CAF names referees for key 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
CAF has appointed the referees who will take charge of several high-profile matches in the opening round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
AFCON 2025 ghost hangs over 2027 qualifiers as new campaign begins
The road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations begins on Thursday with the shadow of the previous final still hanging over the competition, as Senegal...
Angola train in Morocco before Egypt clash in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Angola have begun preparations in Casablanca for their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Egypt. The Palancas Negras will...
2027 AFCON qualifiers: KRC Genk confirm Jerry Afriyie has received late Ghana call-up
KRC Genk striker Jerry Afriyie has received a late call-up to the Ghana senior national team for the upcoming international break.The Belgian club...
Baba Rahman withdraws from Ghana squad with injury
Ghana will be without left-back Baba Rahman for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Cote d’Ivoire and The Gambia...
Ronald Donkor reacts to maiden Black Stars call-up, pays tribute to Junior Agogo
New Ghana midfielder Ronald Donkor has expressed his delight after receiving his maiden call-up to the Black Stars for the upcoming international...
Morocco begin 2027 Africa Cup of Nations preparations under Mohamed Ouahbi
Morocco have begun preparations for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches, with Mohamed Ouahbi overseeing the national...
Morocco steps up Marrakech Stadium revamp with $134m contract ahead of 2030 World Cup
Morocco has intensified preparations to modernize the Grand Stadium of Marrakech after awarding a major $134 million contract for the installation...
Younes Ben Taleb reveals Jürgen Klopp influenced decision to choose Germany over Morocco
Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ben Taleb has revealed that new Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp played a major role in his decision to represent...
Angers youngster Wahib El Antary called up by Morocco U17s after Egypt involvement
Angers youngster Wahib El Antary has been included in Morocco's Under-17 squad after previously attending a training camp with Egypt's youth teams....
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou hails Pitso Mosimane for Yanela Mbuthuma Bafana Bafana call-up: 'A big answer to the doubters'
The Moroccan has leapt to the defence of the embattled attacker following his surprise inclusion in the latest South Africa national team squad....
Senegal have won AFCON twice despite title dispute – Édouard Mendy
Former Chelsea goalkeeper Édouard Mendy says he considers Senegal to have won the Africa Cup of Nations twice despite the ongoing legal dispute...
Brahim Díaz managing persistent muscle discomfort at Real Madrid ahead of 2027 AFCON qualifiers
Morocco international Brahim Díaz has been managing persistent muscle discomfort at Real Madrid, with the issue reportedly contributing to his...
Younes Ebnoutalib chooses Germany over Morocco after Klopp call
Younes Ebnoutalib has chosen Germany over Morocco after talks with both national teams, with the intervention of German coach Jürgen Klopp playing...
The Jurgen Klopp effect! Eintracht Frankfurt's Younes Ebnoutalib snubs Morocco after personal call from new Germany boss
Younes Ebnoutalib explains choosing Germany over Morocco for the UEFA Nations League after a decisive phone call from new head coach Jurgen Klopp.
Sektioui issues a strong warning before the Iraq clash
Morocco's Tarek Sektioui, the head coach of Oman's national team, has raised his side's level of readiness ahead of the anticipated clash against...
Younes Ben Taleb picks Germany after Jurgen Klopp call
Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ben Taleb has chosen to represent Germany rather than Morocco internationally, saying he could not turn down the...
Injury crisis hits Warriors ahead of Sierra Leone and DR Congo AFCON qualifiers
The Warriors have been hit by a fresh wave of injuries ahead of their opening Group E qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, forcing coach...
Ghana add nine players to squad for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz has called up nine additional players after medical assessments changed the composition of his squad for the upcoming...
Sierra Leone step up CAN 2027 preparations ahead of Zimbabwe opener
Sierra Leone have intensified their preparations for the CAN 2027 qualifiers with their first official training session in Morocco ahead of...
Édouard Mendy: ‘Winning Afcon was 10 times better than the Champions League'
After retiring from international football, the former Chelsea keeper reflects on a Senegal career that – according to him – included two African...
Moroccan outfit Maghreb de Fès set October 10 for elective General Assembly
Moroccan football club Maghreb de Fès have announced that Saturday, October 10, 2026, will be the date for their Ordinary Elective General...
Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates ‘are here for a mandate' amid showboating criticism
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has defended his approach to showboating after facing criticism from supporters, former coaches and club...
Schalke star Soufiane El Faouzi chooses Morocco despite Germany option
Schalke midfielder Soufiane El Faouzi is preparing to return to the Morocco national team after reaffirming his commitment to representing the...
“When Jürgen Klopp calls, you can’t say no” – Eintracht Frankfurt forward on choosing Germany over Morocco
Younes Ebnoutalib has confirmed that he was in talks with the Moroccan Football Federation but ultimately opted to represent Germany after...
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Ghana will have a difficult test against Ivory Coast without Mohammed Kudus - Adebayor
Togo legend Emmanuel Adebayor believes Ghana will face a stern test against Ivory Coast without Mohammed Kudus when the Black Stars begin their...
Abdellah Ouazane thought he had missed out on Morocco squad after checking the wrong position
At 17, Abdellah Ouazane experienced the full range of emotions when he received his first senior Morocco call-up, initially believing his name had...
Abdellah Ouazane earns first Morocco call up after selection mix up
Abdellah Ouazane initially thought he had been left out of Morocco’s squad before discovering his name among the forwards for his first senior...
Ghana must 'earn destiny' in AFCON title quest, says head coach Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has urged his players to earn the right to dream of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) glory by focusing first on...
Osasuna defender Rockson Yeboah earns first Ghana call-up after strong LaLiga start
Osasuna defender Rockson Yeboah has earned his first senior Ghana call-up after making a strong start to his career in Spain.The 22-year-old is...
Brahim Diaz playing through muscle injury for Mourinho's Real Madrid
Brahim Diaz has continued to make himself available for Real Madrid despite suffering significant muscle pain, with the Morocco international...
Carlos Queiroz adds nine players to Ghana squad for AFCON qualifiers
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has added nine players to his squad for Ghana's upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Cote...
Turkish giants Fenerbahce eye Morocco winger Chemsdine Talbi ahead of January window
Turkish giants Fenerbahce are reportedly monitoring Morocco international Chemsdine Talbi as they consider a move for the Sunderland winger during...
Seven Black Stars players train at Accra Sports Stadium ahead of AFCON qualifiers
Black Stars held their first training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday as preparations begin for two crucial 2027 Africa Cup of...
Wydad set to unveil new jersey ahead of Botola Pro season
Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club are set to unveil their new jersey this week as they prepare for the start of the National Professional...
Egypt beat Algeria 6-3 in first futsal friendly ahead of Africa Cup of Nations
Egypt's futsal team defeated Algeria 6-3 in Tlemcen as Nader Rashad's side began preparations for the Futsal Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The...
Morocco international El-Faouzi reveals why he chose the Atlas Lions over Germany
Morocco international Soufiane El-Faouzi has explained his decision to continue representing the Atlas Lions instead of Germany, describing it as...