For years, the «Sboua» group has made a habit of being wherever Morocco’s national team is. From the stands in Qatar to the Africa Cup of Nations stadiums in Morocco, the group has followed the «Atlas Lions» with its unified chants and organized support. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, it is preparing for a new journey behind the national team, this time amid challenges linked to visas, travel costs and the rules governing the entry of supporters’ equipment.
The financial crimes chamber at the Fez Court of First Instance has sentenced Abderrafie Zouiten, president of the Spirit of Fez Foundation, to a two-year suspended prison term. The verdict was handed down shortly before the opening of the 29th edition of the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, organized by the foundation and scheduled to run from June 4 to 7, 2026. The festival’s former director, Faouzi Skali, received the same sentence. The ruling against Abderrafie Zouiten also
Injuries threatened to derail his rise, but Anass Salah-Eddine never stopped moving forward. From Ajax's academy to the Atlas Lions, the Dutch-Moroccan defender has turned perseverance into a place at the 2026 World Cup.
The return operation for Moroccan seasonal workers who took part in the agricultural season in Spain’s Huelva province began on Thursday, following the end of a months-long harvest campaign. The agricultural organization UPA said the return journey began in the town of Palos de la Frontera. The convoy includes a bus to transport the workers and a luggage truck, as well as a technical mediator fluent in Arabic and a support team overseeing the trip to the port of Tarifa, where the women
Sidelined by the USFP in 2021 as a candidate to head the local list in Casablanca-Anfa, Salaheddine El Manouzi has been turned down once again, with no opportunity to take part in the September 2026 elections. In the constituency, however, his family and political roots strengthen his standing, while also encouraging participation among Moroccans living abroad.
The 26 Atlas Lions touched down in style in the United States, where they are set to play their Group C matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Dressed in navy blue suits paired with red ties and a small Moroccan flag embroidered on their jacket pockets, the players made a polished arrival. The suits were designed by Carlo Pignatelli, the Italian luxury fashion house renowned for its formal menswear, wedding suits, tuxedos and ceremonial attire. A photo of the Moroccan squad wearing Carlo
Ismael Saibari has reached a preliminary agreement with Bayern Munich on a contract running until 2030, according to multiple media reports. The 25-year-old Morocco international has enjoyed an outstanding season with PSV Eindhoven, scoring 19 goals and providing nine assists in 37 appearances. His performances have established him as one of the Eredivisie's standout players and attracted interest from several major European clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain. Before the move can be
A happy ending for Zakaria El Ouahdi. The Moroccan international was granted a visa to enter the United States on Thursday, ending uncertainty over his participation in the 2026 World Cup with the Atlas Lions, who have already arrived in the country. The KRC Genk defender is now expected to join his teammates after efforts led by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) helped resolve the issue, according to Hesport. With his administrative situation now settled, El Ouahdi will be able
Marruecos se perfila como el principal rival de Brasil en el grupo C del Mundial 2026, según las últimas simulaciones del torneo realizadas por Opta. De acuerdo con el superordenador de la empresa especializada en datos deportivos, los Leones del Atlas alcanzan la fase de eliminación directa en el 88,7 % de las 10.000 simulaciones efectuadas y terminan líderes de grupo en el 28,6 % de los escenarios. Solo Brasil presenta mejores registros: la Seleção
Le Maroc devrait s’imposer comme le principal rival du Brésil dans le groupe C de la Coupe du monde 2026, selon les dernières simulations du tournoi réalisées par Opta. Les Lions de l’Atlas ont atteint la phase à élimination directe dans 88,7 % des 10 000 simulations effectuées par le superordinateur d’Opta, et ont terminé en tête du groupe dans 28,6 % des scénarios. Seul le Brésil affiche de