HM the King Congratulates Morocco’s Football Team Following U-17 AFCON Triumph

Rabat – His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, sent a message of congratulations to the Moroccan football team following their triumph at the 2025 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

“Following the Moroccan U-17 national football team’s victory at the 2025 AFCON—hosted by our country with generous hospitality and a warm welcome—it gives me great pleasure to extend my warmest congratulations on this well-earned African title,” HM the King wrote in the message. “As I take great pride in congratulating you on this historic first-ever continental achievement, I highly commend the efforts made by all members of our young national team—emerging players, coaches, technical staff—as well as the officials and leadership of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, to secure this major title,” the Sovereign emphasized. On this occasion, His Majesty the King lauded the brilliant journey of the Lion Cubs throughout the competition, their promising football talent and performances, strong competitive spirit and deep sense of patriotism, which enabled them to secure and retain the Cup on home soil, further reaffirming the prominent stature of Moroccan football on both the continent and global stage. The Sovereign said He was deeply confident that this victory would be a great source of motivation and a model for young athletes and Moroccan youth to follow, with a view to persevering and striving for greater performances and awards in continental and international sporting competition, across all categories and disciplines. HM the King implored the Almighty to guide the steps of the national team’s members, wishing them more accomplishments and success in their promising careers and assuring them of His high solicitude and benevolence.