The joy of Moroccan supporters turned to excess on Monday evening in the Pink City. Following the victory of the Atlas Lions against Zambia, the celebrations degenerated in Toulouse, where a police station was targeted by pyrotechnic devices.
The truth on the field prevailed over the provocations . After describing Morocco as an "overrated" team before the match, Zambian midfielder Wilson Chisala radically changed his discourse after his team’s heavy defeat (3-0), acknowledging the undisputed superiority of the Atlas Lions.
Qualified with panache and assured of remaining in their Rabat fortress, the Atlas Lions now have their eyes fixed on the other groups. The regulations are clear: the group A winner will face the best third-placed team from groups C, D or E. In light of the current standings, three scenarios are emerging for Walid Regragui, ranging from the trap match against Sudan to the physical challenge against Benin.
As the New Year’s Eve approaches, the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) is deploying an exceptional system. This year, the challenge is twofold: securing the traditional New Year’s festivities while managing the massive influx of tourists and supporters present for the Africa Cup of Nations.
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.
The transition to the year 2026 promises to be highly tense in the Hexagon. While the Ministry of the Interior is preparing its traditional security system for New Year’s Eve, an additional variable is complicating the equation this year: the Africa Cup of Nations currently taking place in Morocco. Fearing that the fervor of the supporters could turn into disturbances on the public highway, Minister Laurent Nuñez has ordered "total firmness" to the prefects.
A perfect evening for the national team. Morocco brilliantly validated their first place in Group A by outclassing Zambia (3-0) at the Moulay Abdellah complex. Driven by a spectacular brace from Ayoub El Kaabi and total control, Walid Regragui’s men earn the right to continue the adventure at home, in Rabat, fully reassuring a public won over by the return of Achraf Hakimi.
The "off-the-record" has gone viral and the method is causing a stir. An El Heddaf Algerian channel journalist was caught red-handed manipulating while dictating false criticisms about the organization of the CAN to supporters, unaware that his microphone was recording everything.
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.
Bad news for supporters sitting on the terraces. As the Africa Cup of Nations is in full swing in the Kingdom, many cafes and restaurants are seeing their screens freeze in the middle of a match. The exclusive broadcaster, beIN Sports , has launched a major technological offensive to cut the signal of establishments using domestic subscriptions instead of the mandatory commercial packages.
It’s crunch time for the group stage. This Monday, December 29, the Atlas Lions return to the Moulay Abdellah complex pitch in Rabat to face Zambia . After a setback against Mali, Walid Regragui’s men must absolutely win to reassure their fans and secure their first place. Here’s everything you need to know to not miss this match, including the broadcast channels.
Would the African football festival be spoiled? This is the firm opinion of Hugo Broos . The coach of South Africa, a respected figure on the continent after his triumph with Cameroon in 2017, has strongly criticized the atmosphere surrounding the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. A few hours before his decisive match against Zimbabwe, the Belgian technician deplores a lack of popular fervor and a chaotic management of ticketing.