A Coordinated Campaign Against Walid Regragui

Recently, social media has witnessed an organized campaign against Morocco’s national team coach, Walid Regragui. While some criticism may seem normal in sports debates, deeper analysis reveals a deliberate effort led by Algeria, which has mobilized hundreds of fake pages and accounts to spread discord and cast doubt on the Moroccan team and its coach.

A Media War Ahead of AFCON 2025

Evidence suggests that this campaign is not spontaneous but part of an Algerian strategy to destabilize the Moroccan national team ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, set to take place in Morocco. Numerous Algerian accounts have been amplifying criticism against Regragui, aiming to undermine Moroccan fans’ confidence in their team.

Why is Algeria Targeting Morocco?

Since Morocco’s historic semi-final run in the 2022 World Cup, Moroccan football has become a source of frustration for its rivals, particularly Algeria, which failed to qualify for the World Cup and was eliminated early from AFCON 2024. As Morocco continues to achieve success at both club and national levels, this campaign seeks to downplay its achievements and create negativity before the continental tournament.

A Plan to Discredit Morocco’s AFCON Hosting

This Algerian effort is not only about football. It also aims to cast doubt on Morocco’s ability to host AFCON 2025, despite the country’s advanced infrastructure and extensive experience in organizing major sporting events.

How to Respond: Awareness and Support

Moroccans must recognize this strategy and avoid falling for misleading narratives. The best response is to stand firmly behind their coach and team, ensuring that external forces do not impact morale.

Conclusion: Morocco Moves Forward Despite Challenges

Whether in hosting AFCON 2025 or winning titles, Morocco will continue to succeed despite attempts to hinder its progress. With strong leadership and national unity, it will overcome these challenges and keep rising.