Morocco’s AS FAR will face Arsenal this Wednesday in the semi-final of the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. The match, to be played at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium in London (18:00 GMT), will mark the first time an African club faces a European side in a competitive women’s fixture. «AS FAR playing against Arsenal is a very special moment», former captain and current Morocco international Ghizlane Chebbak told BBC Sport. «This match
Pour le président de la Fédération espagnole de football (RFEF), Rafael Louzán, l'organisation de la finale de la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2030 semble déjà acquise pour l'Espagne. Lors d'une cérémonie organisée par la presse sportive espagnole, Louzán a affirmé sans ambages : «La finale se tiendra ici», en parlant de l'Espagne. Pourtant, le tournoi sera co-organisé par l'Espagne, le Maroc et le
El presidente de la Federación Española de Fútbol (RFEF), Rafael Louzán, ha dejado claro que España es la favorita para albergar la final de la Copa del Mundo de la FIFA 2030. En un evento organizado por la prensa deportiva española, Louzán afirmó con contundencia: «La final se celebrará aquí», refiriéndose a España. Sin embargo, cabe recordar que el torneo será co-organizado por
The Algerian International Public Channel announced on Monday that the Algerian government has declared French Ambassador Stéphane Romatet persona non grata, following remarks deemed «offensive and provocative» to Algerian–French diplomatic relations. A journalist from the channel, quoted by Anadolu Agency, said that «French Ambassador Stéphane Romatet is no longer welcome in Algeria, as his conduct does not meet the diplomatic standards recognized
For the president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Rafael Louzán, the question of the 2030 FIFA World Cup final already appears settled in Spain’s favor. Speaking on the sidelines of a gala organized by the Spanish sports press and quoted by Marca, Louzán stated categorically: «The final will be held here», referring to Spain, even though the tournament will be jointly hosted by Spain, Morocco, and Portugal, and the host city for the final has yet to be
Spanish National Police successfully deactivated, Monday, an explosive device discovered on Tarajal Beach in Ceuta, close to the Moroccan border. Fortunately, no injuries or material damage were reported. According to security sources, the device was identified as a corroded hand grenade, though its explosive charge remained intact. Specialists carried out a controlled detonation in a secure location near the sea to mitigate any potential threats. During the operation, a security perimeter
As decisive discussions with the European Union on agricultural and fishing agreements approach, and drawing lessons from the hard-won victory on November 26 in the European Parliament, Morocco is strengthening its influence strategy in Brussels.
In the presence of Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, several parliamentary groups in Morocco’s House of Representatives used Monday’s oral question session, on January 26, to commend the organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The remarks were made during the appearance of the Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget, who also serves as president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). Leaders from the PAM, PPS, USFP, and Popular Movement
Massad Boulos, President Donald Trump's advisor for Africa and on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, arrived in Algeria last night. The U.S. embassy in Algiers released a brief statement with a photo, saying: «We are pleased to welcome Mr. Boulos back to Algeria for another visit, and we look forward to strengthening our partnership and continuing our joint efforts for peace and prosperity in the region.» يسعدنا أن نرحّب مجددًا بالسيد بولوس في
Supporters of the Polisario Front have sharply criticized MINURSO’s recent decision to terminate the contracts of several senior officials, accusing MINURSO of bias and alleging collusion with Moroccan authorities. According to a Sahrawi media outlet, the criticism is directed in particular at Alexander Ivanko, whom they accuse of «weakening the mandate of the UN mission in Western Sahara». Critics claim Ivanko is seeking to transform MINURSO, originally tasked with