The Atlas Lions Insider Editorial Team produces independent English-language coverage of Morocco’s national football teams, players, matches, transfers, rankings, and records. Articles published under this byline follow the publication’s central editorial process and are reviewed for factual accuracy, sourcing, and clarity before publication. Atlas Lions Insider was founded and is edited by Karim Bennouna, a Casablanca native and digital media entrepreneur based in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Morocco-Gabon, AFCON 2027: September 25, Time And Channels Of The Match In Rabat
Morocco faces Gabon in Rabat on September 25 in their 2027 AFCON qualifying opener, with kickoff reported as 19:00 GMT, though some sources list different local times.
Fenerbahçe Eye Morocco Winger Chemsdine Talbi, but Sunderland’s January Price Could Complicate a Move
Fenerbahçe are reportedly eyeing Morocco winger Chemsdine Talbi, but Sunderland’s valuation, said to be around €30 million, could complicate a January move.
Morocco: Bentayeb Medically Reassured, But Ruled Out Against Gabon After Head Injury
Bilal Bentayeb was medically cleared after a head injury versus Zulte Waregem’s opponent, but Morocco ruled him out against Gabon pending FIFA’s concussion recovery protocol.
Abdellah Ouazane Thought He Was Forgotten By Mohamed Ouahbi Before His First Call-Up To Morocco
Abdellah Ouazane briefly thought he was left off Mohamed Ouahbi’s Morocco squad before finding his name among forwards, confirming his first senior call-up.
Morocco-Gabon: Ticket Sales Open Saturday, From 100 To 20,000 Dirhams For AFCON 2027
Ticket sales for Morocco vs Gabon’s AFCON 2027 qualifier in Rabat opened Saturday via Webook, with prices ranging from 100 to 20,000 dirhams across seven categories.
After Spending the Essential Part of His Career in France, Moroccan International Khalid Boutaïb Hangs Up His Boots at 39
Moroccan striker Khalid Boutaïb retires at 39 after closing his career with Kawkab Marrakech, following spells across nine French clubs including Strasbourg and Le Havre.
Between Germany And Morocco, El-Faouzi Displays His Ambitions With The Atlas Lions
Schalke 04’s El-Faouzi, 24, picks Morocco over Germany despite reported German interest, citing family roots; named in Morocco’s squad for AFCON qualifiers vs Gabon and Lesotho.
Atlas Lions Begin Their Preparation Despite Two Absences Ahead of Three International Fixtures
Morocco began training for matches against Gabon, Lesotho and Ghana without Hakimi and Saibari, delayed by travel; both may also face suspension over AFCON final incidents.
Hakimi And Morocco: Luis Enrique Reassures Ahead Of The Gathering, But His Health Remains A Priority
Hakimi is out for Morocco with a thigh strain and a partial CAF ban; Luis Enrique prioritizes recovery, with Lesotho on September 29 his likely earliest return.
Leipzig Reconsiders Samir El Mourabet, Valued At €35M: A Very Costly Gamble?
RB Leipzig reportedly revive interest in Strasbourg’s Samir El Mourabet, with a reported €35M asking price, far above valuations of €2.9M-€22M, amid a possible winter move.
Ilias Akhomach’s Late Morocco Call-Up Ahead of Gabon AFCON Qualifier
Morocco call up Villarreal winger Ilias Akhomach for AFCON qualifiers against Gabon and Lesotho, with Brahim Díaz reportedly at risk due to injury concerns.
Can Morocco Host the 2030 World Cup Final? FIFA Leaves Africa’s Historic Chance Unsettled
Morocco’s claim to host the 2030 World Cup final at the planned 115,000-seat King Hassan II Stadium remains unconfirmed by FIFA, with Spain still contesting the decision.
The Atlas Lions Launch Intense Preparation for AFCON 2027 at Maâmora
Morocco began AFCON 2027 qualifying preparations in Maâmora under coach Mohamed Ouahbi, with Hakimi and Saibari absent and three players earning first senior call-ups.
2030 World Cup Final: Lekjaa Wants To Mobilize Morocco, But FIFA Has Not Decided Anything
Fouzi Lekjaa urged Morocco to mobilize for hosting the 2030 World Cup final in Benslimane, drawing pushback from Spain; FIFA says no decision has been made yet.
At 17, Abdellah Ouazane Receives His First Call-Up With The Lions Of The Atlas
Abdellah Ouazane, 17, Ajax attacking midfielder born in Amsterdam, earns his first call-up to Morocco’s senior national team after impressing with Jong Ajax and winning the 2025 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations.
OM: Aguerd Makes His Return With Morocco, But His Physical Condition Continues To Raise Questions
Nayef Aguerd returns to Morocco training after a pubic bone fracture and long injury layoff, but his match fitness and readiness for minutes remain uncertain.
Morocco Face Ghana: Can the Atlas Lions Finally Break Queiroz’s Curse?
Morocco face Carlos Queiroz’s Ghana in a friendly after their Tanzania match fell through. Morocco have never beaten a Queiroz side in four previous meetings.
Mohamed Ouahbi On The Amrabat Case: The Past Commands Respect, Not A Guaranteed Place
Sofyan Amrabat reportedly told Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi he won’t accept selection under the current staff, after a reduced role at the 2026 World Cup compared to Qatar 2022.
