Fouzi Lekjaa Elected President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation
On Sunday, Fouzi Lekjaa was elected as the 15th president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), bringing an end to several months of uncertainty and delays. His election comes as Morocco prepares for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), with Lekjaa now facing the crucial task of navigating the country’s football challenges and revitalizing its national football scene.
Lekjaa, who succeeds Ali Fassi Fihri, expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him by club presidents and national football representatives. However, he acknowledged the weight of the responsibilities ahead. “It’s a small dose of joy due to the confidence placed in me by the club presidents and representatives of the national football bodies, but it’s also another dose of responsibility,” Lekjaa remarked. “National football is facing a number of challenges that need to be addressed.”
The newly elected president outlined his priorities for the federation, with the immediate focus being the national team. “First of all, there is the national team, which must return to work in the best possible sporting conditions because there is still a fairly important continental event, the African Cup of Nations,” he stated.
Lekjaa emphasized that his vision for Moroccan football spans beyond the national team. He discussed the importance of addressing the professional and amateur leagues, finalizing regulations, and creating more room for maneuver within the federation. His plan also includes restructuring the federation, clubs, and leagues to inject new energy and give Moroccan football the necessary momentum to confront future challenges.
Lekjaa’s ambition is to chart a course for Moroccan football that focuses on long-term growth, bringing stability and success to both the institutional and sporting aspects of the game. As the nation’s footballing future hinges on the upcoming years, Lekjaa’s leadership will be pivotal in shaping Morocco’s position on the continental and global stage.
