Algeria secured a historic qualification for the semifinals of the Women’s AFCON and for the 2027 World Cup on Saturday. In its dispatch devoted to this achievement, the official APS news agency nevertheless omits one detail: the victory was achieved in Casablanca, Morocco.
Morocco and Algeria face off Thursday in Rabat after perfect starts to the women’s CAN. A victory would put the Lionesses on six points and could immediately open the quarter-finals door, depending on the other group match result.
The Super Falcons have officially reported to Moroccan authorities the disappearance of money from their hotel rooms in Casablanca. An investigation is now underway, according to the media officer of the Nigerian national team.
The dispute over the 2025 Africa Cup final is not over. The Court of Arbitration for Sport will examine on October 8 Senegal’s appeal against the decision that awarded Morocco a 3-0 walkover victory .
Morocco will have to wait several months before knowing if its African champion title is definitively confirmed. Seized by Senegal, the Court of Arbitration for Sport should not examine the case before September or October .
After repeatedly hosting continental competitions shunned by its neighbors, Morocco is changing course. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announces it will no longer compensate for defections , leaving other countries to fully assume the organization of these sporting events.
An outdated question about the Africa Cup of Nations created an amusing situation on French television. The unexpected disqualification of Senegal in favor of Morocco forced the production to adapt urgently.
FIFA institutes new sanctions for the next World Cup , directly inspired by the Senegalese team’s behavior against Morocco. As the behind-the-scenes power struggle continues, this decision reignites tensions surrounding the African crown.
After consolidating its influence on African football, Morocco is now targeting the global stage. Co-organizer of the 2030 World Cup, the kingdom also aims to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup , even if it means cooling relations with the CAF.
Eighty days after the chaotic final of the 2025 CAN, new revelations point to a destabilization strategy of Senegal. Between refusal of security instructions and unfounded espionage accusations, the backstage of the match against Morocco reveals a real scandal.
Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) , reaffirmed on Thursday the validity of the Atlas Lions’ title at the 2025 AFCON. Before the Court of Arbitration for Sport, Morocco is relying on the official withdrawal of Senegal.
This Wednesday, a sports lawyer warned that Senegal risks sanctions for having celebrated the 2025 CAN , despite the title being awarded to Morocco. In response, a Moroccan organization plans to take the case to FIFA.