The countdown to the biggest sporting events of the next two years has officially begun.
From the CAN 2027 draw
to the 2026 World Cup,
Moroccan sports are entering a crucial phase.
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First, new Lions coach
Mohamed Ouahbi
reacted to the CAN 2027 qualifying draw.
The coach remained cautious but ambitious, insisting that Morocco must respect every opponent while keeping its eyes on qualification and future titles.
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The pressure on Ouahbi is enormous.
Remember:
He takes over a national team that reached the World Cup semifinals in 2022 and recently played a CAN final on home soil.
Many supporters aren’t just expecting qualification anymore.
They’re expecting trophies.
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Meanwhile,
Royal Air Maroc
has unveiled part of its transport strategy for the 2026 World Cup.
The objective is clear:
help thousands of Moroccan supporters travel to: the United States,
Canada,
and Mexico.
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With millions of fans expected across North America, transport is becoming one of the biggest challenges of the tournament.
Some travel agencies already estimate that a complete World Cup trip could cost between 25,000 and 60,000 DH per person, depending on flights, hotels and match tickets.
RAM wants to avoid a logistical nightmare for Moroccan fans.
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In MMA,
French fighter
Benoît Saint Denis
didn’t hold back when discussing the decline of
Conor McGregor.
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According to Saint Denis,
the McGregor who terrified the UFC a decade ago
is no longer the same athlete.
The Frenchman pointed to: injuries,
business ventures,
media distractions
and years away from elite competition.
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It’s hard to argue with the numbers.
McGregor hasn’t won a fight since January 2020.
Meanwhile, his estimated fortune has climbed beyond 200 million dollars, thanks largely to business projects outside the octagon.
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And while football often dominates headlines,
the FUS de Rabat just achieved something huge in basketball.
The Moroccan club defeated Tunisia’s Club Africain and officially secured its place in the BAL 2026 Playoffs.
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The Basketball Africa League is rapidly becoming one of the continent’s most prestigious competitions.
For FUS, qualification means: continental visibility,
higher revenues,
and the chance to compete against Africa’s best teams.
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The victory is also another sign that Moroccan basketball is growing fast.
In recent years, investment, infrastructure and international exposure have all increased significantly.
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– One thing is becoming clear.
Whether it’s: the Lions preparing for CAN 2027,
fans getting ready for the World Cup,
Moroccan clubs shining in Africa,
or combat sports generating headlines,
Moroccan sport isn’t slowing down.
It’s entering one of the most exciting periods in its history.
