What to see in Rabat, the new World Book Capital, as a bibliophile From hidden bookstores to historic libraries, Rabat offers many delights for book lovers. Euronews · Apr 23
EU backs Morocco autonomy plan for Western Sahara and eyes new partnership The European Union has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara and is pushing for a new strategic partnership with Rabat to be finalised by the end of the year. Radio France Internationale · Apr 17
Moroccan court upholds terms for Senegalese jailed after Cup of Nations final Appeal court judges in Morocco have dismissed a bid to increase the punishments for 18 Senegal supporters who were jailed and fined for hooliganism during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat in January. Radio France Internationale · Apr 14
DR Congo World Cup 2026 squad: Sebastian Desabre's final selection A prospective DR Congo World Cup 2026 squad qualified for their first tournament since 1974 as Zaire FourFourTwo · Mar 23
African football boss defends ruling that gave Cup of Nations title to Morocco Africa’s top football body on Thursday defended a decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco after disciplinary rulings over the final. Patrice Motsepe, president of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), said the organisation’s disciplinary and appeals panels had acted… Radio France Internationale · Mar 19
Senegal stripped of Africa Cup of Nations title over walkout protest in final Senegal have been stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title after Morocco’s appeal to the Confederation of African Football’s disciplinary committee was upheld The Guardian - UK · Mar 17
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI leads emotional Laylat ul Qadr prayer at Royal Palace in Rabat Morocco celebrated the sacred Laylat ul Qadr with King Mohammed VI leading a spiritual vigil. The event honoured Quranic scholars and students, reinforcing the nation's commitment to Islamic learning. This observance blends deep religious devotion with unique cultural traditions, showcasing the monarchy's role in preserving faith and heritage. Dignitaries attended,… The Times of India · Mar 17
Morocco jails 18 Senegal fans for hooliganism at Cup of Nations final Eighteen Senegalese football fans are facing prison terms ranging from three to 12 months after a court in Morocco on Friday found them guilty of hooliganism during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat. Radio France Internationale · Feb 20
Inside the magic and chaos of the Africa Cup of Nations While Senegal’s victory in the chaotic final has made the headlines, we look at five other big takeaways from the tournament – from the strong diaspora representation to the floor-filling tunes The Guardian - UK · Jan 21
Morocco criticised over towel trick despite winning Afcon fair play award Senegal triumphed after extra-time in a controversial match, with fans criticising attempts to prevent towels being handed to Edouard Mendy to combat the wet conditions in Rabat The Independent UK · Jan 19
Sadio Mane explains why he stopped Senegal’s Afcon final protest Sadio Mane persuaded his Senegal team-mates to return to the pitch after they walked off following the decision to award Morocco a stoppage-time penalty The Independent UK · Jan 19
How to watch Senegal vs Morocco for *FREE* — Stream AFCON 2025 final, team news Here's how to watch Senegal vs Morocco in the AFCON 2025 final, with the hosts chasing a first title since 1974 when they meet the 2021 champions in Rabat. Tom’s Guide · Jan 18
Nigeria take bronze as Morocco and Senegal set up AFCON final As AFCON 2025 heads towards a thrilling finale in Morocco, the host cities are buzzing with far more than football. In Casablanca and Rabat, art, culture and the passion of fans are turning the tournament into a continent‑wide celebration. Euronews · Jan 18
Morocco and Senegal battle for supremacy at the Africa Cup of Nations Africa's top two teams, Morocco and Senegal, meet on Sunday night at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Radio France Internationale · Jan 18
Evening Standard · Jan 18 How to watch Senegal vs Morocco: TV channel and live stream for AFCON final today The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations concludes in Rabat
Euronews · Jan 15 Atlas Lions roar into AFCON final to set up showpiece clash with Senegal Morocco is in full celebration mode as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its decisive stage, with football fever gripping both Casablanca and Rabat.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 14 Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties to set up Senegal final at Cup of Nations Morocco beat Nigeria in a penalty shootout on Wednesday night in Rabat to advance to the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14 Morocco book place in home Afcon final as Bounou denies Nigeria in shootout Yassine Bounou saved two penalties as the hosts booked their first Afcon final appearance since 2004 on a tense and dramatic night in Rabat
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14 Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties to reach Africa Cup of Nations final – as it happened The tournament hosts will face Senegal in Sunday’s final after Yassine Bounou’s saves earned a 4-2 shootout win
Radio France Internationale · Jan 14 Morocco's Regragui: the future of African football is right here, right now Morocco head coach Walid Regragui hailed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as the standard for future competitions as his players went through their final paces for their Wednesday night clash against Nigeria in Rabat.
Evening Standard · Jan 12 Nigeria vs Morocco: AFCON semi-final prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today Super Eagles targeting second consecutive Africa Cup of Nations final as they face tournament hosts
Radio France Internationale · Jan 9 Diaz and Saibari take Morocco past Cameroon into the semis at Cup of Nations Hosts Morocco moved into the semi-finals at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday night following a 2-0 win over Cameroon at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 9 Senegal outmuscle 10-man Mali to reach last four at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Senegal moved into the last four at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday night following a gritty 1-0 win over Mali in Tangier.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 4 Diaz sends Morocco to AFCON quarter-finals with 1-0 victory over Tanzania Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz maintained his goal-a-game record at the Africa Cup of Nations by scoring to take Morocco into the quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Tanzania in Rabat on Sunday.
The Independent UK · Jan 4 Egypt v Benin live: Mohamed Salah scores Egypt’s third as Pharaohs win in extra time of Afcon last-16 Egypt 3-1 Benin: Mohamed Salah put the icing on the cake for Pharaohs in extra time - but the seven-time champions were made to work hard for a place in the quarter-finals