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Morocco World
4 days ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
WAFCON Quarterfinals Today: When, How to Watch South Africa vs Senegal
Marrakech – The reigning African champions South Africa will face Senegal today in the quarterfinals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco. The match kicks off at 8 p.m. local time and will be broadcast live on Arryadia (TNT), beIN Sports, CANAL+, New World TV, SuperSport, and other international networks. South Africa enters the match as favorites, having topped Group C with 7 points from two victories and one draw. The Banyana Banyana have been joint top scorers in the tournament so far with seven goals from seven different players, including Bambanani Mbane, Hildah Magaia, Jermaine Seoposenwe, Lebohang Ramalepe, Linda Motlhalo, Refiloe Jane, and Ronnel Donnelly. Head coach Desiree Ellis remains undefeated in open play at the WAFCON over three editions, currently standing at 14 games including 11 wins and three draws while keeping eight clean sheets. Ellis stated about their approach: 'We trust the process. If you underestimate a team, before you notice it, the game has gone. We have played Senegal before, but this is a completely new game, new part of the competition.' Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini has been impressive, yet to concede a goal after featuring in two games against Ghana and Mali, making five saves in each match. Senegal qualified for the quarterfinals as one of the best third-placed teams from Group A, which many considered the tournament's toughest group. The Teranga Lionesses opened with a resounding 4-0 victory against DR Congo before losing narrowly to Zambia 2-3 and Morocco 0-1. This marks Senegal's third WAFCON appearance and second consecutive quarterfinal. A win today would write a new chapter in their football history, taking them to the semifinals for the first time. 'This matchup is in favour of South Africa. They are the favourites, and we are the challengers. We need to throw everything at this game. If we win, it will be our first time to go to the semifinals, and we shall have done that by beating the champions of Africa,' said Senegal's coach Moussa Cisse. Senegal forward Pascaline Fofana Bassene expressed confidence ahead of the match: 'We are motivated. We managed to come this far in the tournament so we will stay focused. We respect South Africa. They are the title holders. We are here to represent our nation and to do our best.' This will be the second meeting between these two teams at WAFCON, with South Africa winning 1-0 at the 2012 edition in Equatorial Guinea. The teams also met in two friendly games in Thies last year, with Senegal forcing a 1-1 draw in the first encounter before South Africa won 2-0 in the second match. Both teams have shown offensive capabilities in the tournament, with a 20% shot conversion rate. South Africa scored seven goals in their group games while Senegal netted six times. Defensively, both teams have faced 13 shots on target, with South Africa conceding just once while Senegal have conceded three goals. South Africa has looked vulnerable from set pieces – a weakness Senegal may exploit. Without star player Thembi Kgatlana, some question if Banyana Banyana might miss that true star quality in a crucial knockout game. Senegal has impressed with their speed and directness on counter attacks, featuring one of the best forward units in the competition. Their forwards Mama Diop, Nguenar Ndiaye and Sadigatou Diallo could pose serious threats to the South African defense. The winner of today's match will advance to the semifinals in Casablanca, facing Nigeria who defeated Zambia 5-0 on Friday. Today's WAFCON quarterfinals also feature Algeria against Ghana at the Municipal Stadium in Berkane at 5 p.m. local time. The winner will face Morocco, who defeated Mali 3-1, in the semifinals on Tuesday, July 22. Tags: senegalSouth AfricaWAFCON
Morocco World
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Morocco vs. Senegal: Time, Stakes, and Where to Watch Tonight's WAFCON Showdown
Rabat –All eyes will be on tonight Rabat's Stade Olympique as hosts Morocco face Senegal in a crucial Group A match at the Women's African Cup of Nations ( WAFCON ) 2025. Kick-off is set for 8:00 PM local time, with the stakes high for both sides in this third and final group stage fixture. The Atlas Lionesses , lifted by their home supporters, need just a draw to book their place in the next round. Sitting atop Group A with four points, level with Zambia but ahead on goal difference, a win tonight would see them clinch first place and potentially set up a more favorable quarterfinal tie. For Senegal, the mission is clear: only a win keeps them in contention. Currently third in the group with three points, the Lionesses of Teranga are determined to upset the hosts and keep their WAFCON campaign alive. The two sides have met before, most notably last October when Morocco dominated Senegal 7–0 in a friendly. But both teams insist that this result belongs in the past. 'That match helped us identify our weaknesses,' said Sadiqatou Diallo, Senegal's U20 captain who has since graduated to the senior squad. 'We've worked hard since then, and this is a completely different context.' Read also: WAFCON 2024: Morocco Dominates DR Congo 4-2 Moroccan midfielder Sakina Ouzraoui also cautioned against underestimating Senegal. 'It won't be the same game. We've seen what Senegal achieved against DR Congo and Zambia. They're a disciplined team with quality and determination,' she noted. Morocco coach Jorge Vilda is focused on staying true to his side's identity. 'We won't change our style. We have our model, and the players are motivated to deliver a strong performance,' he said. Morocco have impressed offensively in the tournament, scoring five goals in their first two matches, though their defensive solidity remains a work in progress. Senegal, meanwhile, showed resilience and attacking flair in their narrow 3–2 loss to Zambia, earning praise for the performances of Nguenar Ndiaye and Mama Diop. The match will be broadcast live on Arryadia, available on its terrestrial network (TNT). It is also expected to air on beIN Sports 3 (in Arabic) and Canal+ Sport. In addition, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) may stream the game on its official YouTube channel (CAF TV), offering fans around the world another way to watch. Will Morocco secure their place as group winners on home soil, or will Senegal rise to the challenge and extend their tournament run? Don't miss what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Tags: Moroccomorocco wafconwafcon 2025
Ya Biladi
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan sports channel apologizes for map excluding Sahara during WAFCON broadcast
Arryadia, Moroccan sports channel, issued a statement apologizing for airing a commercial segment that featured a map of Morocco excluding the Sahara, during the kickoff of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which is being hosted by the Kingdom. The segment sparked a wave of criticism on social media. The channel clarified that the content was «produced by CAF» and was part of «the official international feed provided by the Confederation of African Football as part of the live broadcast of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations matches». The statement stressed that the channel «has no control over the content of this live feed, as it merely relays the footage provided by the organizing body to all broadcasters airing the event». The channel added that after the error was detected, «the Confederation of African Football issued an official apology to Morocco's National Broadcasting and Television Company, acknowledging full responsibility for the incident». CAF also pledged «to correct the segment in question and ensure that such errors are not repeated in the future».
Morocco World
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Divided Moroccan Map Airs During WAFCON Opening, CAF Issues Apology
A major controversy erupted this week after Morocco's national sports channel aired a promotional video showing a divided map of the country during the opening of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday in Rabat. The advertisement was for Russian betting company '1XBET,' whose operations Moroccan authorities deem illegal. The commercial featured a map of Morocco that excludes its southern provinces, triggering swift backlash and demands for accountability. The incident was broadcast by Arryadia, a channel under the National Broadcasting and Television Company (SNRT), which is subject to strict broadcasting and advertising codes. These rules require all national broadcasters to screen content thoroughly, particularly when it involves unauthorized companies or potentially sensitive materials. Observers condemned the broadcast as a serious breach of national standards. Many considered the offense twofold: not only did the ad promote a company whose activities are outside Morocco's legal framework, it also undermined the country's territorial integrity by depicting a cut-out map. CAF apologizes In a statement issued in response to public criticism, Arryadia clarified its position regarding the controversial advertisement aired during the opening of the 2024 WAFCON. The channel stated that the promotional video was not produced or selected by its team but was part of the official international feed provided by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). 'The segment in question is part of the official international signal broadcast by the Confederation of African Football as part of the live coverage of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations matches,' the channel explained. 'Arryadia does not intervene in the content of this live signal, as it merely relays the broadcast as provided by the organizing body to all stations airing the event.' The channel also noted that CAF acknowledged the error and addressed the matter directly with Morocco's National Broadcasting and Television Company. 'The Confederation of African Football presented an official apology to the National Broadcasting and Television Company, accepting full responsibility for this unfortunate incident,' the statement read. CAF has reportedly pledged to correct the advertisement and prevent similar incidents in the future. 'It has committed to correcting the promotional clip in question and ensuring such mistakes do not happen again,' Arryadia added. Tags: CAFMoroccoMorocco divided mapmorocco mapWAFCONWestern sahara
Morocco World
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Morocco vs Zambia: When, How to Watch WAFCON Opener
Rabat – The CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off this evening with host Morocco taking on Zambia at the Rabat Olympic Stadium. The match is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. local time. Fans in Morocco can catch the action live on sports channel Arryadia. Fans can also follow the game online through official CAF broadcasters. This will be a big night for Morocco, who are hosting the tournament for the second time in a row after finishing as runners-up in 2022. In that edition, they reached the final but lost 2-1 to South Africa. Their strong performance helped them qualify for the 2023 Women's World Cup, where they made it to the Round of 16, a historic achievement. Now, with Spanish coach Jorge Vilda, who led Spain to the 2023 Women's World Cup title, at the helm, the Atlas Lionesses are hoping to go one step further and win the trophy at home. Zambia are also coming into the tournament with big ambitions. They finished third in 2022, beating Nigeria in the bronze medal match. This is their fourth WAFCON appearance. This match will be the first time Morocco and Zambia meet at WAFCON. However, both teams reached the semi-finals in 2022. Morocco lost the final, while Zambia beat Nigeria for third place. Morocco played all their matches in Rabat during the last edition and will do so again this year. Zambia, on the other hand, only played one match in Rabat back then, a 4-1 win over Togo. History suggests Morocco might have an edge. In 12 previous WAFCON tournaments, hosts have won their opening match 11 times. Since 2004, every host has won their first game, often without conceding a goal. Morocco will be hoping to keep that tradition alive. Tags: FootballMoroccoWAFCONZambia
