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Uncertainty surrounds Ezzalzouli's injury, Mazraoui's condition reassuring for Atlas Lions
via Le Matin1 min read
Abdessamad Ezzalzouli's knee injury, sustained during a friendly match against Norway, continues to be a concern for the Moroccan national team's technical staff. The Atlas Lions winger has undergone additional medical examinations, but a definitive diagnosis regarding the nature and severity of his injury is still pending. Further tests are required before a decision can be made on his availability for upcoming national team commitments. The medical and technical staff expect to have a clearer picture within the next two days, at which point a decision on his participation may be made. In contrast, news regarding Noussair Mazraoui is more positive. The Moroccan full-back has a minor shoulder contusion, which the medical staff considers not serious. He is expected to return to collective training sessions later this week. As the Atlas Lions prepare for their match against Brazil, Ezzalzouli's situation remains a primary concern, with upcoming medical examinations crucial for determining the extent of his injury and his ability to return to competition quickly, while Mazraoui appears to be on the path to recovery.
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ONEE, Morocco's National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water, has secured a 250 million euro funding package from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development EBRD. A letter of intent was signed by Tarik Hamane, Director General of ONEE, Matteo Patrone, Vice President of the EBRD, and Said Jabrani, Director General of the National Company for Guarantee and Business Financing SNGFE. The signing took place during the EBRD Annual Meetings held from June 5 to 7, 2026, in Riga, Latvia. This funding will support ONEE's 2025-2030 equipment plan, which includes significant investments to enhance the technical performance of existing drinking water production facilities and integrate improved energy efficiency standards. The SNGFE will guarantee this financing as part of its program for public establishments and enterprises. This collaboration builds on a partnership initiated in 2014, during which the EBRD mobilized nearly 119 million euros for the drinking water sector managed by ONEE, including a 65 million euro project focused on improving ONEE's water activities, which is nearing completion with positive results. This new phase of cooperation underscores the commitment of ONEE and the EBRD to strengthening Morocco's water security and improving infrastructure resilience against climate challenges.
The National Association of Poultry Meat Producers ANPC has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating economic situation for Moroccan poultry farmers. A communiqué released on June 8 highlights that the price of live chicken has fallen below 7 dirhams per kilogram, while production costs range from 15 to 17 dirhams per kilogram. This significant disparity is causing substantial losses for farmers, who are forced to sell their produce below cost, threatening the survival of many farms. The ANPC attributes this crisis to a lack of effective market regulation, insufficient protection for small producers, and the proliferation of speculative practices and intermediation, which destabilize the sector and reduce profitability. The association warns that the continued weakening of producers could impact the national market's protein supply and lead to the disappearance of farms, affecting future product availability and price stability for consumers. The ANPC is urging public authorities to intervene swiftly, calling for an investigation into market dysfunctions, stronger controls against speculative practices and monopolies, and greater involvement of farmer representatives in sectoral policy-making. The organization emphasizes the strategic importance of the poultry sector for the country's food sovereignty and the livelihoods of thousands of families.
The music video for "Siir Siir," an anthem for the 2026 World Cup, was released yesterday, featuring Nora Fatehi, Vegedream, and Sanjoy. The song includes an engaging rhythm, polished aesthetics, and unifying lyrics, along with the memorable "Siir Siir" hook, familiar to Moroccans since the Qatar 2022 World Cup. The video portrays football as a borderless celebration of passion and sharing. Filmed in iconic Moroccan locations such as the Parc de la Ligue arabe in Casablanca, with the Sacré-Cœur in the background, and the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, the video features precise choreography led by Nora Fatehi and her dancers. Nora Fatehi is among the artists selected by FIFA for the official 2026 World Cup album, a prestigious collection of international stars providing musical accompaniment for the global football event. French Montana also represents Morocco on the album with his track "Three Nations," celebrating the unity of the three host countries for the 2026 World Cup. This dual presence highlights the increasing international influence of Moroccan artists in the music scene.