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Atlas Lions

Sport29 Dec 2025

CAN 2025: "No atmosphere", the outburst of Hugo Broos against the Moroccan organization

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.

Sport29 Dec 2025

CAN 2025: Morocco-Zambia, win tonight to remain kings in Rabat

It’s a big night for the Atlas Lions. This Monday at 8pm, the national team will face Zambia at the Moulay Abdellah complex with a clear mission: validate the first place in Group A. After a final training session on Sunday evening marked by general optimism but also by the cautious management of Saïss’ case, the players are calling on the public to transform the stadium into a cauldron for this last test of the group stage.

Sport28 Dec 2025

Before Morocco–Zambia: Walid Regragui prepares the match of truth

The moment of truth is approaching for Walid Regragui and his men. On Sunday evening, the Mohammed VI complex hosted the last training session before the decisive clash against Zambia. A preparation under the watchful eye of the Federation’s president, Fouzi Lekjaa, but without the captain Romain Saïss, who remained on the sidelines of the group.

Sport28 Dec 2025

Sichone impressed by Morocco... but determined to create the surprise

The challenge is immense and Moses Sichone is aware of it. On the eve of the decisive clash against the Atlas Lions for the third round of the CAN , the Zambian coach has played the card of frankness and admiration. While he fears the atmosphere in Rabat and the Moroccan power, he has not spared praise for the Kingdom’s infrastructure, which he considers worthy of European standards.

Sport28 Dec 2025

Achraf Hakimi criticizes a portion of the Moroccan public

On the eve of the decisive match against Zambia, Achraf Hakimi took the opportunity of the press conference to send a firm message to Moroccan supporters . Annoyed by the whistles heard at the Moulay Abdellah complex despite the group’s first place, the PSG full-back pleaded for sacred unity, even daring a bold parallel with the European triumph of his club.

Sport28 Dec 2025

The Morocco will not find better than me", Regragui's clarification

Walid Regragui is not one to mince words. On the eve of the clash against Zambia, the national coach has displayed unwavering confidence, claiming to be "the man for the situation" to offer the continental title to Morocco. This determination is coupled with excellent news for the supporters: the long-awaited return of Achraf Hakimi on the right flank.

Sport28 Dec 2025

Moroccan Christians pray for the Atlas Lions

An unprecedented celebration for the Moroccan Christian community . This year, the commemoration of the birth of Christ has taken on a resolutely patriotic and supportive tone. The faithful have prayed for the victims of the recent floods, but also for the victory of the national team during the 2025 CAN.

Sport27 Dec 2025

Morocco-Mali: Curse or Blessing? What History Tells Us About the "Second Match

The draw against Mali (1-1) left supporters unsatisfied. However, if we look at the recent history of the national teams, this misstep in the second group stage match strangely resembles a rite of passage. Often synonymous with a rude awakening, this scenario has in the past paved the way for historic triumphs... with one exception.

Sport27 Dec 2025

CAN 2025: Time to break out the calculator? Here's how Morocco can finish top of their group

The draw against Mali (1-1) has postponed the official qualification of the Atlas Lions for the round of 16. While the ticket for the next round is "very likely" secured, the main issue of Monday’s match against Zambia remains the first place in the group, which is strategic for the rest of the competition.

Sport27 Dec 2025

Walid Regragui surprises everyone after the draw against Mali

Mixed evening in Rabat. Held in check by Mali (1-1) this Friday, the Atlas Lions will have to wait to validate their ticket for the round of 16. If the penalty converted by Brahim Diaz was not enough to seal the victory, Walid Regragui prefers to be positive, seeing in this "trap match" a necessary lesson for the future.

Sport26 Dec 2025

Cold shower in Rabat: Mali deprives Morocco of a quick qualification

No premature celebration in Rabat. While the public of the Moulay Abdellah complex was hoping to validate the ticket for the round of 16 tonight, the national team stumbled against a solid Malian team (1-1). Everything will be played on the last day against Zambia.

Sport26 Dec 2025

Morocco - Mali: on which channel and at what time to watch the decisive match?

This is the night of all hopes for Moroccan supporters. This Friday, December 26, the Atlas Lions face Mali at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat (9pm). The stakes are high: a win and Morocco goes straight to the round of 16 of its CAN, without waiting for the last match.