Neutrality Under Scrutiny: Belqshour Silent on Zemamra-Touarga 'Scandal' After Three Days

Three days have passed since the match between Renaissance Zemamra and Ittihad Touarga, which sparked widespread controversy due to accompanying events that tarnished the image of national football. Despite the seriousness of the incident, the National Professional Football League has yet to launch an investigation into the matter.

Questions are mounting regarding the stance of League President Abdeslam Belqshour, who has not issued any official decision or clarification to date, despite the gravity of what transpired. This situation is particularly sensitive given that he is the former president of Renaissance Zemamra, raising concerns about institutional neutrality.

Despite making two media appearances – one to discuss the potential construction of dedicated stadiums for Wydad and Raja, and another regarding accusations made by coach Abdelwahed Zemrane against Radouane Jiyed, the Director of the Refereeing Directorate – the Zemamra-Touarga match file has remained outside the scope of his attention. This is despite the fact that the incident led to a series of resignations within the Touarga team, including coach Abdelwahed Zemrane, the sports director, and subsequently the club president.

The silence maintained by Belqshour and the Professional League remains puzzling amidst increasing demands for an investigation into what occurred. Such an inquiry is crucial to protect the credibility of the competition and ensure fair play among clubs, preventing such incidents from becoming a stain on the trajectory of national football.