Morocco has made a strong statement on the African esports stage ! Following an intense competition, the Moroccan Rocket League national team claimed the title of African champions at the FIFAe Continental Championship Africa 2026, held in Casablanca from August 27 to 29.
Delivering an outstanding performance throughout the competition, the Moroccan team prevailed against Africa’s top national teams to secure a historic victory. This achievement is a testament to the talent, hard work, and determination of our representatives.
But the Moroccan national esports team did not stop there. In eFootball Console, Morocco also delivered an impressive performance, finishing second in the competition and further demonstrating the quality and competitiveness of Moroccan esports talent on the continental stage.
Congratulations to our Rocket League champions and our eFootball Console runners-up! A remarkable achievement that reflects the strength of Moroccan talent and reinforces pride in the country’s capabilities.
Casablanca is getting ready to welcome the best of African esports. From August 27 to 29, 2026, the city will host the FIFAe Continental Championship Africa, bringing together 13 national teams for three days of intense competition across eFootball Mobile, eFootball Console, and Rocket League.
With a place at the FIFAe World Cup 2026 at stake, the continent’s top teams will battle it out for the chance to represent Africa on the world stage. The action will begin with eFootball Mobile on August 27, followed by eFootball Console on August 28, before Rocket League takes center stage on August 29.
Hosting this continental championship further strengthens Morocco’s position on the global esports map. The Kingdom is one of just five countries worldwide selected to host a FIFAe Continental Championship in 2026, alongside Malaysia, Brazil, Mexico, and Portugal.
As the Moroccan representatives prepare to take on Africa’s best, we wish them strength, success, and an unforgettable run. Carry the Moroccan flag with pride, give it your all, and make the Kingdom proud!
Good luck to all our champions!
Morocco is gearing up for a major moment on the international esports stage, as its national talents prepare to take part in the Esports Nations Cup (ENC). Originally scheduled for November 2026, the highly anticipated competition has been postponed to November 2027 and will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Several Moroccan talents have already secured their place in this major international competition. In EA SPORTS FC, Nassim Dahman “Nassada” will represent Morocco after receiving an invitation based on his world ranking. Meanwhile, HassanWright, a player for USYM Rabat, secured his qualification after finishing as the highest-ranked Moroccan player in the qualifiers.
Morocco will also be represented in Apex Legends, where three national representatives have secured their qualification. Elsewhere, the Moroccan Counter-Strike 2 national team has also earned its place after being crowned North African champions.
These achievements reflect the growing strength of Moroccan esports talent and the Kingdom’s rising presence on the international stage.
With the competition now set for November 2027, the journey continues for Morocco’s esports representatives. We wish the best of luck to all Moroccan players and teams still competing in the qualifiers across the other disciplines, and we extend our full support and encouragement as they strive to secure their place at the Esports Nations Cup.
Congratulations to all our representatives, and we look forward to seeing Morocco shine in Riyadh!
Morocco has once again confirmed its dominance on the African esports scene, being crowned champion of Africa in the Rocket League competition of the FIFAe African Nations League 2026.
The Moroccan lineup, composed of ANORIQ, SKYRIX and RAY, delivered an outstanding performance to secure the top spot in Africa, under the guidance of coach KASSIO.
This historic achievement further highlights the growing strength of Morocco’s esports scene and marks another important milestone for the country’s competitive gaming ecosystem.
Congratulations to the entire Moroccan team for this exceptional performance and for proudly representing Morocco on the African esports stage.
As part of the national momentum supporting Moroccan youth led by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication to foster their skills in the field of esports, the eSports tournaments are returning, on the sidelines of the 3rd edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026, with the official opening of registration.
Open to enthusiasts players across the Kingdom, the eSports tournaments will feature competition on three major titles:
- Fortnite
- EA FC 26
- Valorant
Competition timeline:
- Registration opens: February 14, 2026
- Qualifier 1: March 2–8, 2026
- Qualifier 2: March 23–29, 2026
- Qualifier 3: April 13–19, 2026
- Play-in: May 2–3, 2026
- Finals: May 20–24, 2026
Finalists and winning players will have the opportunity to compete in Morocco’s largest arena, hosted within the Morocco Gaming Expo, at the Sofitel – Jardin des Roses in Rabat, from May 20 to 24, 2026.
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Ready to enter the arena and make history in Moroccan esports? Register now and take on the challenge!
Signing of a partnership agreement between the National Museum Foundation (FNM), the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE), and the Regional League of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra for Electronic Games (LRRSK), with the aim of promoting digital culture and video games.
This agreement aims to strengthen joint cooperation for the advancement of digital culture and video games, thereby leading to the enhancement of artistic and cultural heritage through innovative and educational initiatives.
As part of this agreement, the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games will participate in enriching the museum visiting experience by integrating Video games within museums, making them more interactive and engaging, especially for youth. The Federation also pledges to highlight the social and educational dimensions of these games and strive for their integration into the Olympic Games.
For its part, the Regional League of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra for Electronic Games will develop interactive games suitable for each museum and provide educational rooms equipped with the necessary materials, such as computers and PlayStation devices, in addition to graphic design harmonious with the identity of each museum, with the goal of creating an immersive and attractive environment for visitors.
The President of the National Museum Foundation, Mr. Mehdi Qotbi, affirmed in a press statement that the signing of this agreement, which is of paramount importance to the Foundation, reflects a desire to attract youth to museums. He stated that “This initiative represents a real opportunity to spark the curiosity of young people to discover museums, as they are the generation of the future who must fully own their heritage.”
He highlighted that museums are increasingly attracting youth, particularly university students, recalling that Morocco boasts nearly 24 museums distributed across the national territory, offering diverse exhibitions to an audience that follows them with growing interest. Mr. Qotbi added that museums enrich the national tourism offering by giving visitors the opportunity to discover this rich and exceptional heritage.
For his part, the President of the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games, Mr. Hicham El Khlifi, emphasized that this agreement is fully consistent with the Royal Vision, which focuses on constant and continuous attention to youth.
After mentioning that the Federation brings together a large number of young people passionate about Esports, Mr. El Khlifi stressed the importance of bringing museums closer to these young individuals. He clarified that Esports combine multiple forms of art, such as graphics, design, and digital images, which makes this collaboration with museums “appropriate and promising.”
This agreement represents a significant step in the digital transformation of the museums affiliated with the National Museum Foundation, by building a bridge that connects cultural heritage with modern technologies.
(the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE): November 12, 2025)
The Moroccan national team has claimed the African championship in Rocket League for the third time in its history, during the African qualifiers for the FIFAe World Cup.
This victory came after the Atlas Lions defeated South Africa in the final match, winning 4 rounds to 3, with a total score of 20 goals to 3.
The national team roster included Sami Hajji, Nassim Bali, Marouane Biba, Yasmin Bali, and Rayane Benani, under the supervision of coach Saad Bassy.
This title marks Morocco’s third championship in three different esports disciplines, following previous triumphs in eFootball Mobile and eFootball Console.
Thanks to this achievement, Morocco officially secures participation in three separate competitions at the upcoming FIFAe World Cup, scheduled for December in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
(the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE): October 27, 2025)
The Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE) is organizing the Video Games Caravan to celebrate the anniversary of the glorious Green March, taking place from November 4 to November 9, 2025. The caravan will tour the southern cities of the Kingdom:
- Laâyoune
- Boujdour
- Es-Smara
This initiative aims to celebrate the Green March and strengthen the Kingdom’s territorial unity, through eFootball tournaments organized in partnership with local associations, as well as training sessions and workshops in the field of video games for young people.
The caravan also seeks to promote the values of patriotism and unity, and to strengthen the connection with young gaming enthusiasts in Morocco’s cherished southern provinces.
(Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE): October 23, 2025)
Moroccan player Salma Atouis made history by winning the gold medal in the Women’s eFootball competition at the Arab Esports Cup 2025, held in Amman, Jordan, from September 24 to 27, 2025. In her first-ever international appearance, Salma triumphed in the final against her Yemeni opponent with a 2–1 victory under the BO3 (Best of Three) format, earning Morocco its first title in the tournament.
Meanwhile, national team player Mehdi Taherji secured the silver medal in the eFootball competition after an intense final against the world champion from Jordan. With these two medals achieved by just four participants, Morocco concluded its campaign with an impressive performance, showcasing the nation’s growing strength in esports and reinforcing its ability to compete on regional and international stages.