Morocco: Africa’s Rising Football Powerhouse FTS feat. Lionstalk

In this episode of The Football Talent Show, co-hosts Adam Lenges and Jacek Kulig welcome special guest Wad, also known as @lions_talk_ on X, to explore the dynamic landscape of Moroccan football. Together, they discuss Morocco’s recent rise in global prominence, delving into topics like the impact of the Moroccan diaspora, the passionate fan culture of Botola Pro 1, and the national team’s inspiring run at the 2022 World Cup.

The episode highlights pivotal initiatives, especially the Mohammed VI Academy, one of Africa's premier football academies. The trio also reflects on Morocco's performances in key youth tournaments, such as the U17 and U23 AFCON, as well as the nation’s representation in the 2024 Olympics, underscoring the country’s bright footballing future.

The conversation further spotlights some of Morocco's most promising young talents, including Mohammed Hamony, Hossam Essadak, Adam Aznou, Abdelhamid Maali, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Mouad Dahak, and Zakaria El Ouahdi.

This episode is a must-listen for fans eager to understand Morocco’s ascent and the promising future of North African football.

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0:00 Intro  
3:32 The Power of Diaspora  
8:20 Botola Pro 1 & Local Fan Culture  
12:20 Morocco at the 2022 World Cup  
15:00 2023 U17 AFCON  
18:43 The Mohammed VI Academy  
26:57 2023 U23 AFCON  
29:48 2024 Olympics  
32:28 Halftime  
33:26 Mohammed Hamony  
37:06 Hossam Essadak  
37:58 Adam Aznou  
43:17 Abdelhamid Maali  
46:30 Eliesse Ben Seghir  
51:20 Mouad Dahak  
54:38 Zakaria El Ouahdi  
58:09 Outro

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 3:32 The Power of Diaspora
• 8:20 Botola Pro 1 & Local Fan Culture
• 12:20 Morocco at the 2022 World Cup
• 15:00 2023 U17 AFCON
• 18:43 The Mohammed VI Academy
• 26:57 2023 U23 AFCON
• 29:48 2024 Olympics
• 32:28 Halftime
• 33:26 Mohammed Hamony
• 37:06 Hossam Essadak
• 37:58 Adam Aznou
• 43:17 Abdelhamid Maali
• 46:30 Eliesse Ben Seghir
• 51:20 Mouad Dahak
• 54:38 Zakaria El Ouahdi
• 58:09 Outro