
A Spanish legend soon to serve the Atlas Lions?
The former Spanish footballer Andrés Iniesta is currently staying in Rabat, where he is the subject of strong interest from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.

The former Spanish footballer Andrés Iniesta is currently staying in Rabat, where he is the subject of strong interest from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.

The Egyptian singer Mohamed Ramadan has announced his withdrawal from the closing ceremony of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, scheduled for this Sunday, January 18. This decision follows the strong tensions caused by the statements of the Egyptian coach, Hossam Hassan, whose criticism of the host country has triggered a crisis that goes beyond the strictly sporting framework.

Adam Masina is about to experience an unexpected consecration this Sunday, January 18, in the final against Senegal. Long criticized for his game deemed too rough on the left flank, the Torino defender has become the central pillar on which Walid Regragui now relies.

The Moroccan national team faces Senegal this Sunday, January 18 at 8:00 PM at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. Although the tournament is taking place on its soil, the Moroccan selection is administratively considered as the away team for this match and should, as such, wear its white kit.

Spectators present at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex will have to prepare for a particularly cool evening this Sunday, January 18. Weather forecasts confirm a continuous drop in temperatures and very humid air for this continental clash.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially responded to the criticisms made by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) regarding the organization of the final against Morocco . The continental body assures that it has applied a uniform treatment to all the selections and rejects any breach of the security, accommodation or sporting fairness protocols.

The Moroccan national team faces Senegal this Sunday, January 18, in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The match, which marks the end of the continental competition, will kick off at 8:00 PM.

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) published, on January 16, 2026, a press release expressing its concerns about the organization of the Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco . The organization denounces several logistical and security shortcomings affecting the preparation of the national team a few days before the match.

The coach of Egypt, Hossam Hassan , had a tense exchange with Moroccan journalists during the press conference preceding the third-place match against Nigeria. Refusing to answer questions about his tactical choices, the technician maintained his criticisms regarding the organization and living conditions of his delegation.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation into the behavior of the Nigerian national team goalkeeper during the semi-final against Morocco. The player is accused of having made provocative gestures towards the supporters present in the stands, an attitude considered contrary to sporting ethics.

From Olympic medals to continental finals , Moroccan football is shining on all fronts. This success is not the result of chance, but of a rigorous strategy launched ten years ago. A focus on the pillars of a model that now inspires the global sports world, between expertise and modernity.

Nigerian singer Davido lost a $50,000 bet following the defeat of the Super Eagles against Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2025 AFCON. This loss comes after the elimination of Nigeria on penalties (4-2), a result that ends the Nigerian team’s run to the final.