Football Chief Tries to Unite Morocco After Refugee Crisis

Fouzi Lekjaa, nominated as the frontrunner to become Morocco’s next prime minister, made a high-profile promise at a campaign rally held under a traditional tent near Casablanca. He told supporters that the “World Cup final” will take place in Ben Slimane province, regardless of whether people like it or dislike it, and the statement drew applause. The brief report frames the comments as part of his pitch for Morocco’s future, tying his political message to the country’s football culture. The article is cut short and does not provide further detail on the plan beyond the World Cup final pledge.