Just hours before the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations derby, several Algerian media outlets replaced Morocco in their headlines with a surprising formula: the "host country". In their articles, however, they acknowledge the difficulty of the match against the Lionesses of the Atlas.
Latifa Akharbach, president of the HACA, denounced a disinformation campaign targeting Morocco during the last CAN , with hateful content, rumors, racism and deepfakes amplified by social networks.
A university study accuses the APS and Algerian Radio of transforming international news into ideological narratives. Regarding Morocco, researchers note vocabulary of "repression" and "betrayal," contested accusations presented as facts, and inconsistent treatment.
Morocco’s press conference ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against France was disrupted by a clash between two journalists. A brief incident, but revealing of the electric atmosphere surrounding this World Cup showdown.
A Moroccan supporter caught the attention of the Spanish press during the match against the Netherlands. His outfit, his gesture in the stands and the map of Morocco he was wearing were interpreted as a political message by a Spanish media outlet.
Pro-Polisario media outlets celebrated too soon. Massad Boulos, special adviser to Donald Trump, categorically denied rumors announcing his removal. The American mediator reaffirmed his total commitment to resolving the Sahara issue .
Before the shock match against Morocco, the Dutch press is not swept up in euphoria. The Oranje finished first in their group, but local media see this match primarily as a revealing test of their own vulnerabilities.
On the eve of a Netherlands-Morocco Round of 16 clash at the World Cup, the Dutch press oscillates between respect and caution. Seduced by Morocco’s performances against Brazil and Scotland, several media outlets also point out its alarming ball losses against Haiti.
The draw between Morocco and Brazil was received with concern by the Brazilian press. More than the result, it was the performance of the Seleção that was severely judged.
The General Directorate of National Security has officially denied the information published by the French magazine Le Point. Several rumors claimed that businesses owned by sub-Saharan nationals had been targeted by attacks and fires. On site, the authorities confirm that no such incident has occurred, either during or after the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN).
The world of media and culture in Morocco is in mourning. Said Jedidi, one of the most prominent figures in the Spanish-language press in the kingdom, passed away this Saturday, September 27.
TF1+, the free streaming platform of the TF1 group, launched last January, will soon be deployed in Morocco.