Five Moroccan players have lifted Africa’s most prestigious individual award. This story revisits the eras of Faras, Timoumi, Zaki, Hadji and Hakimi — five Golden Ball winners who shaped Moroccan football history.

Achraf Hakimi has written a new page in Moroccan football history by winning the African Golden Ball at the CAF Awards, becoming the fifth Moroccan to claim this honor. His season of decisive runs, goals, and leadership connects today’s Atlas Lions with the golden memories of Faras, Timoumi, Zaki, ...

Achraf Hakimi has been named among the final three contenders for CAF Player of the Year 2025. His nomination reflects Morocco’s growing presence at the top of African football and confirms his status as one of the continent’s defining modern stars.

Morocco’s star defender Achraf Hakimi is on track to return for AFCON 2025. Coach Walid Regragui confirmed optimism about his recovery, marking a major boost for the Atlas Lions ahead of their home tournament.

Morocco’s football family, from Hakimi to Regragui, united on social media after King Mohammed VI’s Sahara speech, celebrating a historic national victory. Their posts echoed one message: Allah, Al-Watan, Al-Malik.

Achraf Hakimi, Morocco’s star right-back, has been named among the 2025 FIFPRO World XI finalists, a player-voted recognition that cements his place among football’s elite.