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Morocco World
4 days ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
Toulouse Ready to Let Aboukhlal Leave
Toulouse have opened the door for Zakaria Aboukhlal to leave the club this summer, with several European sides showing interest. The Moroccan international is under contract until June 2026, but club president Damien Comolli confirmed in a press conference that they're open to offers. 'We're leaving the door open for Zakaria Aboukhlal,' he said. According to French outlet Actu , Aboukhlal is on a shortlist of players likely to leave as part of a summer shake-up at Toulouse. He's already attracted interest from Wolves, who see him as a key target to strengthen their attack. Southampton have also shown interest, though they haven't made a formal offer yet. Rennes are also said to be in the mix as they look to build for next season. The 24-year-old had a solid campaign with Toulouse, scoring 7 goals and providing 4 assists in 27 matches across all competitions. With the transfer window just around the corner, a move looks increasingly likely for one of Morocco's top attacking talents. Tags: ligue 1ToulouseZakaria Aboukhlal
Associated Press
23-02-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Goal of the season contender as Aboukhlal scores with stunning scissor-kick
PARIS (AP) — Toulouse winger Zakaria Aboukhlal has scored a stunning scissor-kick goal against Le Havre in the French league. The 25-year-old Dutch player put Toulouse in front on Sunday with his left foot when he connected with a lofted ball from Shavy Babicka in the Le Havre area. With his back to the goal, close to the penalty spot, Aboukhlal rose and unleashed an acrobatic shot that hit the right post and went into the back of the net. It was Aboukhlal's seventh league goal this season. ___
Morocco World
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Zakaria Aboukhlal's Name Cleared in RMC Sport Defamation Battle Over Alleged Sexist Remarks
Zakaria Aboukhlal has won his defamation fight against RMC Sport, with the Paris Court of Appeals ruling in his favour. The 25-year-old Atlas Lion was accused of making sexist remarks to Laurence Arribagé, deputy mayor of Toulouse, during an altercation in May 2023. RMC Sport reported that Aboukhlal told her: 'At my place, women don't talk to men like that.' However, Aboukhal insisted after the verdict: 'I never said those words. I have always denied it.' The claims sparked outrage. Toulouse FC even benched the Moroccan international for two weeks while launching an internal investigation. But now, the court has found no proof that Aboukhlal made the comments. Ten witnesses backed the footballer's version of events, while only four stood by RMC's side. The judges ruled the report was defamatory, ordering Arthur Dreyfuss – former head of RMC's parent company Altice Media, to pay a symbolic one euro in damages. It's a huge victory for Aboukhlal, who originally sought €200,000 in compensation. However, the court's ruling stops short of that sum. The key takeaway was to clear his name from unfounded accusations. This legal saga began nearly two years ago, with RMC Sport's report landing Aboukhlal in hot water. The controversy divided fans, tarnished his reputation, and put his career in jeopardy. Besides this, Aboukhlal has faced his fair share of controversy, including refusing to wear a rainbow-themed jersey. But, the Atlas Lion has put it all behind him. He's currently TFC's top scorer in Ligue 1 with six goals this season. Tags: aboukhlalAtlas LionsdefamationMoroccoRMC
Ya Biladi
18-02-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan footballer Zakaria Aboukhlal wins his defamation lawsuit against RMC Sport
Zakaria Aboukhlal, forward and vice-captain of Toulouse FC, won his case this Tuesday, February 18, in the defamation case against RMC Sport, reports L'Equipe. The Paris Court of Appeal ruled defamatory an article published in May 2023, in which the radio reported controversial remarks allegedly made by the player towards Laurence Arribagé, former Deputy for Sports of the Toulouse City Hall. The incident, which occurred after TFC's victory in the French Cup, led to Aboukhlal's temporary sidelining. According to RMC Sport, he allegedly responded to the official: «In my country, women don't speak to men like that». These accusations, which the player has always denied, were supported by several witnesses. While the radio was acquitted in the first instance, Arthur Dreyfuss, former general director of RMC, was ordered to pay a symbolic one euro in damages. This decision marks a turning point for Aboukhlal, whose image had been tarnished by this controversy. Back on the field after a long injury, the Moroccan international is gradually regaining his form, having already scored six goals in Ligue 1 this season.
