Morocco
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Why Morocco is abbreviated as ‘MAR’ during the 2026 World Cup
Viewers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have questioned why Morocco is labeled ‘MAR’ on scoreboards; the code reflects the nation’s French name, ‘Maroc’.
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Morocco’s Ismael Saibari sidelined by injury in World Cup Round of 16
Morocco’s key midfielder Ismael Saibari was substituted early during their World Cup Round of 16 clash against Canada due to a suspected muscular injury.
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Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi Faces Trial Amid World Cup Quarterfinal Run
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi faces a criminal trial for rape following a French court ruling, even as he leads his team to the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.
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Achraf Hakimi Leads Morocco in World Cup Amidst Ongoing Rape Trial
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi continues to lead his team at the 2026 World Cup while awaiting a criminal trial in France for rape charges.
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Morocco Ends Canada’s World Cup Run with 2-0 Victory
Morocco defeated Canada 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, ending the Canadian team’s historic run in a match that saw intense tactical pressure.
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Ismael Saibari Sends Morocco to Round of 16 as Netherlands Exit World Cup
Ismael Saibari scored the winning penalty as Morocco eliminated the Netherlands from the 2026 World Cup, marking a historic and emotional tournament upset.
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Morocco Continues World Cup Campaign Without Hakim Ziyech
As Morocco secures a strong position in the 2026 World Cup, veteran winger Hakim Ziyech remains sidelined due to tactical roster decisions and a recent emergency surgery.
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Brazil and Morocco Clash in High-Stakes World Cup Group C Opener
Brazil and Morocco face off at MetLife Stadium in a pivotal Group C opening match, as both teams seek to assert early dominance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Tunisian film ‘La Voix de Hind Rajab’ wins Grand Prix at FICAK 2026
Kaouther Ben Hania’s film ‘La Voix de Hind Rajab’ secured the top honor at the 26th International African Film Festival in Khouribga, Morocco.
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US Military Recovery Operation Intensifies in Morocco Following Soldier’s Death
A U.S. Army officer has been confirmed deceased following a recovery operation in Morocco, as multinational search efforts continue for a second missing service member.
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Motsepe Welcomes Corruption Probe Amid AFCON Title Dispute
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has pledged full cooperation with any corruption investigation following the controversial decision to strip Senegal of their 2025 AFCON title.
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Senegal’s Mendy Slams CAF Over AFCON Title Decision
Senegal’s goalkeeper Edouard Mendy criticized CAF’s decision to award the AFCON title to Morocco, citing a lack of respect for African football.
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Brahim Díaz Hits 150 Madrid Appearances Amid Tactical Pivot
Brahim Díaz reaches 150 appearances for Real Madrid as the club prepares for a high-stakes Champions League clash against Manchester City.
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Sánchez’s Foreign Policy Defiance Shapes Upcoming Re-election Bid
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s assertive foreign policy, including denying US access to bases for Iran operations and prioritizing Morocco, is defining his re-election campaign.
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Africa Eyes Integrated Grids for Renewable Energy Boost
African nations are exploring integrating national grids to boost energy reliability and cut costs. This strategy aims to accelerate renewable energy adoption, drawing on successful cross-border power links.