Oumeïma Er-rafay

The African football governing body announced higher funding for member associations, while reviewing major changes to club competitions and the future of the Africa Cup of Nations.

The CAF president says the governing body is considering restoring the tournament’s traditional two-year cycle, with no final decision yet made.

The national team scored six times at the Mohammed VI Football Complex as they continue preparations for the 2026 U17 World Cup in Qatar.

Three matches are scheduled for Friday and four more on Saturday as the second matchday follows an opening round that produced 27 goals.

The Atlas Lions will defend their title on home soil from October 12 to 21 as they look to extend their record run of three consecutive African titles.

Oman beat Kuwait 3-1 before finishing level with Iraq on points and goal difference, with a draw deciding second place in Group A.

The October 4 meeting in Tangier remains on the schedule for now, but problems within Ghanaian football have cast doubt over whether the match will take place.

Saibari and Brahim Diaz return to the starting XI, while Aït Boudlal replaces the absent Aguerd in central defense.

The Morocco coach discussed the team’s adaptation to conditions in South Africa, the integration of new players and Nayef Aguerd’s continued rehabilitation.