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French court confirm decision to send PSG defender Hakimi to trial for rape charges

A French court on Wednesday upheld a decision to send Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco footballer Achraf Hakimi to trial on rape charges, a judicial source told AFP.

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Nine players added to Black Stars squad ahead of AFCON qualifiers

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has added nine players to the Black Stars squad ahead of the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, as well as the international friendly against Morocco.

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EXCLUSIVE: Mohammed Fuseini receives late Ghana call-up for AFCON qualifiers

Mohammed Fuseini has received a late call-up to the Ghana squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Ivory Coast and Gambia, as well as the international friendly against Morocco, Flashscore sources can confirm.

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Carlos Queiroz names 24-man Ghana squad for AFCON qualifiers and Morocco friendly

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 24-man squad for the Black Stars’ upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Ivory Coast and The Gambia, as well as the international friendly against Morocco.

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Ghana confirm Morocco international friendly for October 4

Ghana will face Morocco in an international friendly on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Grand Stade de Tanger, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed.

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‘There is no conflict’: Ouahbi responds to Amrabat’s decision to snub Morocco

Morocco national team coach Mohamed Ouahbi has come out to clarify the situation facing midfielder Sofyan Amrabat who stepped away from the national team ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers starting in September.

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Ouahbi names new Morocco squad as Ajax talent Ouazane gets maiden call-up

Mohamed Ouahbi has named a new-look Morocco squad for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers and called up Ajax talent Abdellah Ouazane for the first time.

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Morocco's Abde refuses to apologise for supporting residents of Ceuta

Morocco international Ez Abde said on Tuesday he would not ⁠apologise for wearing a shirt supporting residents of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, after ‌receiving criticism on social media following Real Betis' LaLiga match ‌against Villarreal.

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Morocco prime minister hits out at federation over 2030 World Cup final claim

Morocco's prime minister hit out at his country's ⁠top soccer official after the federation president boldly declared that the 2030 World ‌Cup final will be played in Casablanca, despite FIFA ‌not having made that decision yet.

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Ajax midfielder Amrabat quits Morocco duty: 'I prefer to keep the reasons private'

Midfielder Sofyan Amrabat has made himself unavailable for Morocco ahead ⁠of the start of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers this month, saying he ‌will not play under current coach Mohamed Ouahbi but has ‌not retired from international football.

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'The last straw': Gabon's Aubameyang retires from international football after fallout

Gabon captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has announced that he is stepping back from the national team, saying he felt "humiliated" by his exclusion and subsequent reinstatement after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

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Manchester City complete signing of Morocco teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of highly-rated Lille youngster and World Cup breakout star Ayyoub Bouaddi for a reported fee of 100 million euros (£85.5m), including potential add-ons.

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'I don't think I'm the heroine': Star keeper Bihina reflects on Cameroon's WAFCON win

Heroic during the penalty shootout against Morocco and decisive throughout the tournament, Michaely Bihina was one of the key architects of Cameroon’s very first Africa Cup of Nations title. Also voted best goalkeeper of the competition, the Benfica player looks back on the wild celebrations upon returning to Yaounde, coach Valentine Nguele’s methods, how she manages pressure thanks to 'hemle', and her 'job' - making crucial saves.

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Algeria edge hosts Morocco on penalties to claim historic third place at WAFCON

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Qatar & 2030 World Cup co-hosts Morocco amongst six Arab nations backing Infantino

Six heads of Arab national football associations, including Qatar and ⁠2030 World Cup co-hosts Morocco, backed FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Thursday, with football's world governing body in ‌crisis following a failed private investment plan.

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Cameroon beat Morocco on penalties to set up WAFCON final against Malawi

Morocco will not be contesting the final of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations: the Atlas Lionesses were defeated by Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses on penalties, following a 0–0 draw (1–3 on penalties).

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Chloe N'Gazi seeking redemption as Algeria set to take on underdogs Malawi

As Algeria prepares to play a historic semi-final against Malawi, the Greens' goalkeeper is shining brightly in Morocco. After a gruelling club season, Chloe N'Gazi has established herself as the impenetrable barrier for a team chasing continental glory and one that has already qualified for the 2027 World Cup.

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Nigeria vs Cameroon: WAFCON rivalry set to be reignited in Casablanca showdown

The Super Falcons and Indomitable Lionesses are set for a thrilling showdown at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with a place at the next Women’s World Cup on the line.

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Morocco beat South Africa in WAFCON quarter-final to book World Cup place

Morocco have secured their place at the 2027 Women’s World Cup following a 2-1 victory over South Africa in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-final in Rabat on Saturday.

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Linda Motlhalo: The South African magican nicknamed 'Ronaldinho' is Morocco's nightmare

Four years after denying the Lionesses of Atlas the continental title, Linda Motlhalo once again crosses paths with Morocco in the quarter-finals of WAFCON. Leading an ambitious South African team, the centurion playmaker is determined to work her magic at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium.

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Senior FIFA figures reaffirm 'full support' for Gianni Infantino in emergency meeting

FIFA said on Wednesday it had apologised to its member associations for mistakes made over its abandoned proposal to sell commercial rights linked to the World Cup, as the governing body's leadership reaffirmed its support for president Gianni Infantino after a crisis meeting ⁠in Morocco.

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Gianni Infantino reportedly offers World Cup final to Morocco in exchange for support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly offered Morocco the hosting rights to the 2030 FIFA World Cup final in exchange for the football federation's support.

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Ludwig, Kgatlana look ahead to South Africa’s crunch Morocco clash at WAFCON

South Africa’s players are looking only forward as they prepare to face hosts Morocco in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals in Rabat on Saturday, a crunch clash for both sides.

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FIFA President Infantino to hold crisis meeting in Morocco as fallout continues

Gianni Infantino will hold a crisis meeting with top FIFA officials in Morocco on Wednesday as he looks to shore up his position in the wake of the collapse of his gambit to sell off ⁠commercial rights to the World Cup.