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.
Why Morocco Is Emerging as the Favorite to Host the 2030 World Cup Final
Morocco’s reported 115,000-seat Hassan II Stadium, still under construction, could become the world’s largest football venue, strengthening its bid to host the 2030 World Cup final over Spain.
Morocco’s Lekjaa Declares Benslimane Will Host 2030 World Cup Final—FIFA Still Hasn’t Confirmed It
Morocco official Fouzi Lekjaa says Benslimane’s Grand Stade Hassan II will host the 2030 World Cup final, but FIFA has not confirmed the venue, calling such claims misleading.
Hakim Ziyech Reportedly Joins Botafogo in Unexpected Brazil Switch After Wydad Exit
Hakim Ziyech has reportedly agreed to join Botafogo after leaving Wydad Casablanca, with a modest deal reported and Al-Ittihad also said to have shown interest.
Morocco: Six World Cup Players Reportedly Dropped From Ouahbi’s Next Squad, Four Arrivals Expected?
Reports suggest Ouahbi may drop six players, including Amrabat and El Kaabi, from Morocco’s World Cup squad due to injuries, with four uncapped replacements tipped.
Hachimi At PSG: Why His Start To The 2026-2027 Season Remains Far From His Best Level
Achraf Hakimi’s 2026-2027 PSG start remains below his usual level: three starts, one goal, five assists, and a rating near 6.9-7.0 after injury and lost Dembélé partnership.
Yassine Bounou earns a fourth Yashin Trophy nomination, joining Courtois, Martínez and Raya on the 2026 Ballon d’Or goalkeeper shortlist after 30 clean sheets for Al-Hilal.
At 37, Former Moroccan Prodigy Adel Taarabt Announces His Retirement After Nearly Two Decades
Adel Taarabt retires at 37 after nearly two decades in football, spanning Lens, Tottenham, QPR, AC Milan and Benfica, with around 30 Morocco caps and eight titles.
Ballon D’or 2026: Morocco Represented by Hakimi, Bounou and Bouaddi in Three Categories
Morocco earns three 2026 Ballon d’Or nominations: Achraf Hakimi on the main shortlist, Yassine Bounou for the Yachine Trophy, and Rabbi Bouaddi for the Kopa Trophy.
Sofyan Amrabat Suspends Morocco Duty Under Mohamed Ouahbi, But International Return Remains Possible
Sofyan Amrabat steps back from Morocco duty, citing his future as tied to coach Mohamed Ouahbi, amid reports of an unconfirmed rift after limited playing time at the 2026 World Cup.
2025 AFCON Final: Regragui’s Anger Against Pape Thiaw After The Controversial Penalty
Walid Regragui criticized Pape Thiaw over Senegal’s players walking off during a 98th-minute VAR review in the 2025 AFCON final, saying the resulting delay affected Brahim Diaz’s saved penalty attempt.
Yassine Bounou Replaced During Warm-Up Ahead Of Match Against Neom SC
Yassine Bounou was pulled from Al Hilal’s lineup before kickoff against Neom SC after feeling hamstring pain in warm-up; Mohammed Al-Owais replaced him, injury severity unclear.
We Come Alive: Atlas Lions Insider Releases New Morocco Football Anthem
Atlas Lions Insider has released “We Come Alive,” a new electronic football anthem inspired by Morocco, the Atlas Lions and the supporters who follow the national team around the world.
€120M For Hakimi: Could Al-Hilal’s Alleged Offer Shake PSG?
Al-Hilal reportedly offered PSG €120 million for Achraf Hakimi in September 2026, after France’s window closed. PSG rejected the bid, considering the defender “untouchable” under contract until 2029.
Champions League: Lille Deprived Of Igamane For The Entire Regular Phase
Lille striker Bilal Igamane will miss the entire Champions League regular phase after AFCON final surgery, with recovery expected to take several months.
Ayoub El Kaabi Seriously Injured With Olympiacos: “I Will Come Back Stronger”
Ayoub El Kaabi fractured his tibia in Olympiacos’ match against Volos and underwent surgery; reports suggest six to seven months out, missing Morocco’s World Cup qualifiers against Gabon and Lesotho.
Free Agent, Sofiane Boufal Would Earn 5 Million Dollars Per Year At Al-Ittihad Tripoli
Free agent Sofiane Boufal reportedly signs a two-year deal with Al-Ittihad Tripoli worth 5 million dollars per year, reportedly matching Fiston Mayele as Africa’s top domestic earners.
Regragui Stands Firm as CAS Review Keeps Morocco-Senegal AFCON Final Dispute Alive
CAS reviews Senegal’s appeal against CAF’s reversed AFCON final ruling, which voided Senegal’s extra-time win and awarded Morocco a 3-0 forfeiture after the walk-off dispute.
