Morocco signed a resounding feat this Sunday in Doha by crushing New Caledonia (16–0) , in the last day of the group stage of the U17 World Cup. A monumental victory, which becomes the largest ever recorded in the history of FIFA tournaments, across all categories. Here’s what the international press is saying.
Moroccan international Soufiane El Karouani was the driving force behind his team Utrecht’s precious victory over Ajax Amsterdam (2-1) this Sunday, during the twelfth round of the Dutch championship. The defender was decisive, delivering two assists, confirming his excellent form this season.
After two difficult defeats against Japan (0-2) and Portugal (0-6), the Moroccan under-17 national team reacted in spectacular fashion in their last group match at the World Cup in Qatar. The overwhelming victory (16-0) against New Caledonia allows the Atlas Cubs to keep hope for qualification.
Olympique de Marseille is already preparing its winter transfer window. The Phocaean club, which is having a good start to the season in the league and the Champions League, would be looking to strengthen its defensive sector by attracting a young talent who is currently shining at the U20 World Cup in Chile.
The Moroccan under-17 national team reacted spectacularly in their last group match at the World Cup in Qatar. After two initial defeats, the Atlas Lions managed a resounding score this Sunday, November 9, keeping their hopes of qualifying for the next round alive.
Aymean el Hani, goalkeeper for Ajax Amsterdam and the Netherlands under-18 team, has announced his decision to represent Morocco, his country of origin.
The celebration of the 20th anniversary of the existence of the Ultras Winners 2005, supporters of Wydad Casablanca, in the streets of the 16th arrondissement of Paris on Friday, does not seem to have been authorized by the competent authorities. An investigation has been opened to shed light on this matter.
The meteoric rise of 18-year-old FC Barcelona striker Lamine Yamal has now gone beyond the realm of football. His mother, Sheila Ebana, has become a public figure in her own right, to the point of being the guest of honor at a Christmas gala organized in London by an events company.
The Moroccan under-17 national team is preparing to conclude its journey at the World Cup in Qatar. After two consecutive defeats in the group stage, the Atlas Cubs face New Caledonia this Sunday, November 9 for their last match.
Fortuna Sittard won at home against SC Heerenveen (2-0) in the Eredivisie on Saturday. The Moroccan-born striker Mohamed Ihattaren gave the victory to his club by scoring the second goal from the penalty spot.
Olympique de Marseille’s 3-0 victory over Brest on Saturday was overshadowed by the injury of central defender Nayef Aguerd . Morocco now has to think about an alternative.
After two consecutive defeats against Japan and Portugal, the Moroccan U17 national team is playing for its future in the World Cup in Qatar. With their backs against the wall, the Atlas Cubs must absolutely win this Sunday against New Caledonia to hope for qualification among the best third-placed teams, and coach Nabil Baha has expressed his determination.