Appointed to head the 2030 World Cup organization, Fouzi Lekjaa leads Moroccan football with ruthless efficiency. His management of major infrastructure projects sparks admiration in Egypt but triggers concern from Spain, Algeria and Senegal.
Morocco should approach the 2026 World Cup as African champions. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF ) and the CAF have officially rejected Senegal’s request for an expedited procedure before the Court of Arbitration for Sport regarding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Morocco and Nigeria will sign the agreement for the $25 billion giant gas pipeline this year. This 6,900 km project, strategic for Africa and Europe, is expected to deliver its first cubic meters of gas by 2031.
The Spanish Civil Guard has intercepted driving license candidates using smart glasses to cheat. Among the fraudsters are Moroccan nationals who paid up to €2,500 to obtain the answers via a sophisticated system.
The Moroccan Managem group, owned by the royal family, is investing $750 million to boost its gold production by 134%. The goal is to reach 500,000 ounces per year by 2030, taking advantage of historically high global prices.
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.
Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) , reaffirmed on Thursday the validity of the Atlas Lions’ title at the 2025 AFCON. Before the Court of Arbitration for Sport, Morocco is relying on the official withdrawal of Senegal.
This Wednesday, a sports lawyer warned that Senegal risks sanctions for having celebrated the 2025 CAN , despite the title being awarded to Morocco. In response, a Moroccan organization plans to take the case to FIFA.
Targeted on social media after having greeted the victory of Senegal at the 2025 AFCON , Moroccan international Ismaël Saibari publicly apologized. The attacking midfielder pleads inadvertence and guarantees his total commitment to his country.
A French supporter of Algerian origin will appear on appeal this Monday in Morocco. Arrested during the final of the Africa Cup of Nations in January, the young man firmly contests his initial conviction for violence in the stadium.
The CAF President, Patrice Motsepe, announced this Sunday in Cairo the expansion of the Africa Cup of Nations to 28 teams. He also addressed the dispute between Senegal and Morocco concerning the 2025 edition.