Morocco’s Football Federation to Enhance Governance and Women’s Football Development

Rabat:Morocco's Football Federation is set to hold its General Assembly on December 12, where several key issues regarding the future of Moroccan football will be addressed, including governance reforms and the development of women's football.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, discussions between Federation officials and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, along with CAF head Patrice Motsepe, took place on the sidelines of the Futsal AFCON and the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Federation President Lekjaa emphasized the potential restructuring within the CAF Finance Committee, which may involve his resignation to strengthen Morocco's presence in other critical committees within the continental body.

Lekjaa also advocated for resolving disputes within domestic competitions, urging clubs to adhere to existing laws and regulations. He highlighted the necessity for transparent governance and communication regarding competition schedules to aid clubs in their preparation.

In terms of women's football, Lekjaa called for the utilization of new facilities at the Mohammed VI Football Complex and other stadiums to boost the sport's development. The Federation, in partnership with FIFA, has also acquired 24 large coaches for national league clubs under the FIFA Forward program.

On the refereeing front, Lekjaa stressed the importance of enhancing the training and skills of young referees while maintaining integrity and addressing misconduct that could affect the reputation of national competitions.