With the qualification in his pocket , the national coach let his pride burst out while keeping a cool head. After the historic victory against Cameroon (2-0), Walid Regragui saluted the fighting spirit of his men, responding to the critics by the proof on the field and reminding that the mission is not yet over.
The saga has been over for a long time, but the details are only emerging now. Rabie Takassa, a recruiter for the FRMF, confided in the newspaper L’Équipe about the Lamine Yamal case. He reveals that despite a last-ditch attempt by Walid Regragui in Barcelona, the choice of Spain was sealed long before the player’s media explosion.
On the eve of the round of 16 match against Tanzania , Walid Regragui wanted to calm the ardor. While Morocco is the favorite this Sunday in Rabat, the national coach insists on humility and caution. Good news for the supporters: the infirmary is emptying, with an Achraf Hakimi "ready" and the return of Hamza Igamane.
Money doesn’t necessarily make results. The ranking of the highest-paid coaches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations reveals a huge disparity: the Algerian coach, Vladimir Petkovic, receives a salary almost twice as high as that of Walid Regragui , who was nevertheless a semi-finalist in the last World Cup.
The National Technical Director is taking a stand to silence the rumors. Fathi Jamal has formally denied any intervention by the Federation in Walid Regragui’s tactical choices during the match against Zambia, reaffirming the total independence of the coach.
Mission accomplished for Walid Regragui. After the convincing victory over Zambia (3-0) , the national coach did not hide his satisfaction, hailing a collective performance that was completed at the ideal time to approach the knockout phase.
Forgotten are the grudges from the draw against Mali. This Monday, as Morocco plays its first place against Zambia, the public has decided to silence its doubts to rally behind Walid Regragui and his players. It is time for a general mobilization to push the national team towards the crown.
The moment of truth is approaching for Walid Regragui and his men. On Sunday evening, the Mohammed VI complex hosted the last training session before the decisive clash against Zambia. A preparation under the watchful eye of the Federation’s president, Fouzi Lekjaa, but without the captain Romain Saïss, who remained on the sidelines of the group.
Walid Regragui is not one to mince words. On the eve of the clash against Zambia, the national coach has displayed unwavering confidence, claiming to be "the man for the situation" to offer the continental title to Morocco. This determination is coupled with excellent news for the supporters: the long-awaited return of Achraf Hakimi on the right flank.
Mixed evening in Rabat. Held in check by Mali (1-1) this Friday, the Atlas Lions will have to wait to validate their ticket for the round of 16. If the penalty converted by Brahim Diaz was not enough to seal the victory, Walid Regragui prefers to be positive, seeing in this "trap match" a necessary lesson for the future.
This is the night of all hopes for Moroccan supporters. This Friday, December 26, the Atlas Lions face Mali at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat (9pm). The stakes are high: a win and Morocco goes straight to the round of 16 of its CAN, without waiting for the last match.
He is the enigma of the national team. Capable of flashes of brilliance as well as lulls, Azzedine Ounahi divides supporters. While his lukewarm performance against the Comoros raised questions, Walid Regragui steps up to defend his "metronome" before the clash against Mali.