FIFA World Cup 2022 semi-finalists Morocco are on the lookout for a new coach following the departure of Walid Regragui, who has left the role after four years in charge. Regragui guided the Atlas Lions in 49 matches: 36 wins, 8 draws, and just 5 defeats. He was at the helm when Morocco became the first African nation to reach the semi-finals in World Cup history, when they went all the way in the 2022 tournament in Qatar. Regragui, who…

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has set the record straight regarding the future of the Atlas Lions head coach, Walid Regragui. If reports from the North African state are anything to go by, Regragui is on his way out, with an announcement expected soon. However, the FRMF has insisted that it is all mere speculation and that Regragui is in charge of Morocco’s senior football team. “The Royal Moroccan Football Federation denies the rumours concerning its separation from coach…

A Moroccan derby headlines the quarter-final fixtures of the CAF Confederation Cup 2025/26 as the eight remaining sides in the competition learned their path to the final following the draw held in Cairo on Tuesday. Olympique de Safi will host Wydad Casablanca in the first leg of their tie, in a clash between two sides who know each other well and which will ensure there is a Moroccan representative in the semi-finals. Egyptian giants Zamalek will begin away from home…

Morocco appears to be on a warpath with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the latter’s recent ruling on the dramatic scenes in the Africa Cup of Nations final last month. The final – contested by Morocco and eventual winners Senegal on 18 January – is back in the spotlight, with Morocco announcing its intention to appeal the sanctions imposed by CAF’s Disciplinary Committee. CAF is accused of being too lenient, specifically on Senegal, who walked off the pitch…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has handed out heavy sanctions following the ugly scenes in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on 18 January. Senegal overcame hosts Morocco 1-0 in Rabat, but the final was marred by controversial moments, including Senegal walking off the field when Morocco was awarded a penalty at the death. The match later resumed and the penalty was saved, forcing the game into extra time and Senegal scored the winner. Senegal…

The CAF Technical Study Group (TSG) has unveiled the Team of the Tournament for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), featuring standout performers such as the best player, Sadio Mané, Yassine Bounou and Idrissa Gueye. The tournament winners, Senegal and finalists Morocco, dominate the selection, with four players each named in the Best XI, as chosen by CAF’s TSG. “The Team of the Tournament was selected following an in-depth technical analysis conducted by the CAF TSG, which implemented a…

Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has opened up about the defeat to Senegal in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). On January 18, the Atlas Lions, playing on home soil, battled the Lions of Teranga, and the West Africans emerged victorious to take the trophy home. And all of Morocco was left reeling after a missed opportunity to end the five-decade wait for the AFCON. The only time they won the tournament was in 1976 when Ethiopia played…

Africa Cup of Nations 2025 runners-up Morocco have improved three places in the latest FIFA rankings released late Monday. The Atlas Lions are now eighth in world football, setting a new historic high. This is Morocco’s first entry into the top 10 of the FIFA rankings since April 1998. They remain the top-ranked side on the African continent. Meanwhile, Senegal, the reigning African champions, are now placed 12th in the world and number two in Africa. Spain remains the top-ranked…

On Sunday night, beneath the glowing lights of Rabat, African football will momentarily hold its breath as Morocco and Senegal take to the final in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations. A host nation, Morocco, yearning to end a five-decade wait for continental glory meets a powerhouse, Senegal, eager to cement its place among Africa’s elite. The grand finale at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium brings together two of the continent’s finest footballing nations; united by shared history…

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has raised several off-the-field concerns ahead of the final game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, pointing fingers at host nation Morocco. Senegal will meet Morocco in Sunday’s decider at the Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium, but the FSF has alleged maltreatment by the hosts. The Teranga Lions travelled by train from Tangier to the capital Rabat on Friday and, on arrival, questioned the alleged inadequate security and poor accommodation, amongst the various issues raised in…