As the 2026 World Cup in the United States approaches, the Moroccan national team is fine-tuning its final adjustments. Between the choice of the ultimate friendly opponent and the strict FIFA calendar, coach Mohamed Wahbi is preparing to make the final cut for his roster.
Patrice Carteron was again deprived of his major offensive asset for Monday’s match at the Mohamed V stadium. Hakim Ziyech was forced to withdraw from this duel against Difaa El Jadida in Botola Pro.
Faced with a limited local pool, Qatar is betting on the naturalization of foreign players to remain competitive. This strategy is now targeting young Moroccan talents, attracted by favorable financial conditions and prospects of an international career.
Despite FC Barcelona’s victory over Atlético de Madrid (1-2), Lamine Yamal’s attitude is causing controversy. Frustrated at not having scored, the young prodigy did not celebrate the decisive goal, earning him the wrath of the Spanish press.
Arrived in January to succeed Karim Benzema, Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri could already leave Al-Ittihad this summer. Injured and contested, the 28-year-old striker no longer seems to be part of the Saudi club’s long-term plans.
Since 2005, infrastructure has generated 20% of Moroccan growth according to the IMF. The country is accelerating its investments to reach 12% of GDP annually by 2030, aiming for a major economic leap despite the challenges related to public debt.
Eighty days after the chaotic final of the 2025 CAN, new revelations point to a destabilization strategy of Senegal. Between refusal of security instructions and unfounded espionage accusations, the backstage of the match against Morocco reveals a real scandal.
After the final on January 18th, the Senegalese and Moroccan federations are facing off through proxy strategies. Between media offensive and regulatory defense, the dispute is now being brought before the Court of Arbitration for Sport for a final verdict.
To attract dual nationals like Thiago Pitarch, Morocco is banking on a sense of belonging. The Moroccan Federation is using the recent racist incidents in Spain to convince these young talents to choose the Atlas Lions over La Roja.
Courted by Morocco and France, the young midfielder from LOSC , Ayyoub Bouaddi, refuses to rush his international choice. At 18 years old, the Lille player is waiting for sports guarantees, particularly on the future of the French national team’s bench.
After his first selections against Ecuador and Paraguay, the Strasbourg midfielder , Gessime Yassine, savors his integration into the Atlas Lions. At 20 years old, the young prodigy has been sponsored by Achraf Hakimi in particular.
Despite FC Barcelona’s victory over Atlético Madrid, Lamine Yamal left the Metropolitano pitch frustrated. Between a performance he deemed insufficient and racist insults from the stands , the Catalan prodigy is saturated.