Surprise: The King of Morocco Blocked Sampaoli’s Appointment!
The Spanish newspaper Sport reported that King Mohammed VI of Morocco prevented Jorge Sampaoli from taking over as coach of the Moroccan national team, replacing Walid Regragui. Moroccan media outlets reported that Sampaoli had accepted an offer to lead the Atlas Lions in the 2026 World Cup, before the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) reversed […]
Surprise: Morocco Almost Signed a World-Class Coach
The Moroccan national team was on the verge of securing the services of a world-class coach to lead them in the 2026 World Cup finals, but officials from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation backed out at the last minute. This was reported by the “Foot Mercato” network, which stated that an agreement had already been […]
Mourinho’s Assistant Joins Ouahbi in Coaching the Moroccan National Team
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced the appointment of João Sacramento as assistant coach to Mohamed Ouahbi for the Moroccan national team. Walid Regragui resigned from his position with the Atlas Lions, and the announcement was made officially on Friday morning, with Mohamed Ouahbi, who led Morocco’s under-20 team to victory in the FIFA U-20 […]
After leaving Morocco, Regragui rejects Arab offers
Walid Regragui has rejected the opportunity to return to coaching in the Arabian Gulf, preferring to wait for a chance to manage a European club in the next stage of his career. Regragui has parted ways with the Moroccan national team, and the official announcement is expected in the coming hours, with Mohamed Ouahabi, a […]
Surprise: Khedira agrees to represent Tunisia at the 2026 World Cup
The Tunisian Football Federation has successfully secured the agreement of Rani Khedira, the younger brother of Sami Khedira, to represent Tunisia instead of Germany for the remainder of his career. The Tunisian Federation worked on this matter for the past few months and submitted a formal request to FIFA to change the player’s sporting nationality. […]
Surprise: An Arab Country May Host the Finalissima Cup
The Spanish newspaper AS reported that Morocco may host the Finalissima Cup match between Argentina and Spain instead of Qatar. Qatar suspended all sporting activities following the Iranian response to the US-Israeli war, and the date for the resumption of football in the country remains unknown. Currently, all parties involved are considering the available options, […]
Trump Comments on Iran’s Imminent Withdrawal from the 2026 World Cup
US President Donald Trump is not overly concerned about the Iranian Football Federation’s final decision regarding participation in the 2026 World Cup. The United States, along with Canada and Mexico, is set to host the tournament, which is scheduled to begin next June, just months after the US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran. Previously, the US decided […]
Where will the Finalissima be held if it cannot take place in Qatar?
The newspaper “Sport” revealed the alternative plan being considered by UEFA and CONMEBOL to hold the Finalissima between Spain and Argentina if it cannot be held in Qatar. Qatari authorities suspended all football matches in the country following the US-Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent reactions across the Gulf region. Initially, it is still […]
Who will replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup if their withdrawal is confirmed?
Iraq and the United Arab Emirates are seen as the most likely beneficiaries should Iran decide to withdraw from the 2026 World Cup finals. The head of the Iranian Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, cast doubt on his country’s participation in the tournament, saying, “After this attack, we cannot look forward to the World Cup with […]
Walid Regragui Nears Joining a Major Saudi Club After Imminent Departure from Morocco
Saudi media reports indicate that Walid Regragui, the current coach of the Moroccan national team, is nearing the end of his tenure with the Atlas Lions, amidst ongoing negotiations with a major Saudi club. Rumors continue to swirl around Regragui’s future, the latest suggesting that Mohamed Wahabi, who led Morocco’s U-20 team to victory in […]