Botola Pro

The Botola Pro, officially known as the Botola Pro Inwi for sponsorship reasons, is the top professional football division in Morocco and one of the most prestigious and competitive leagues on the African continent. Established in 1956, the same year Morocco gained independence, the league has evolved from a regional competition into a fully professionalized national championship that captivates millions of passionate fans. The competition features 16 clubs in a classic double round-robin format, where each team plays 30 matches per season. The league champion earns a coveted spot in the CAF Champions League, while the runner-up and the Throne Cup winner typically qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup. At the bottom of the table, the two lowest-placed teams are relegated to the Botola 2, the second tier of Moroccan football, with two clubs promoted in their place. The league is historically dominated by the fierce Casablanca derby rivals, Wydad AC and Raja CA, who are among the most successful clubs in African football. Wydad has claimed numerous league titles and multiple CAF Champions League trophies, while Raja boasts a similar record of domestic and continental glory. Other significant contenders include FAR Rabat, known for its military affiliation and strong history, and Maghreb de Fès, a club with a passionate following. The Botola Pro has been a launchpad for numerous African football stars. Legendary Moroccan internationals like Noureddine Naybet, Salaheddine Bassir, and current stars such as Youssef En-Nesyri honed their skills in this league. It has also attracted notable international players, including Cameroon's Roger Milla and Egypt's Hossam Hassan, who had stints in Morocco early in their careers. The current competitive landscape is intensely fought, with the Casablanca giants often battling for supremacy but facing strong challenges from ambitious clubs like AS FAR and Union de Touarga. The league has embraced modernization, implementing VAR technology and seeing significant investment in infrastructure and youth development. An interesting fact is the league's role as a talent factory for European clubs, particularly in France, Belgium, and Spain. Furthermore, the atmosphere in Moroccan stadiums, especially during the Casablanca derby, is renowned for its vibrant, choreographed displays and intense passion, making the Botola Pro a unique and thrilling spectacle in world football.

About Botola Pro

Botola Pro is a top football competition based in Morocco, featuring league standings, fixture lists, results and team-by-team statistical breakdowns. 16 teams currently compete in Botola Pro, battling across the season for the title and league position. 5 matches are scheduled in the upcoming Botola Pro fixture list, with live updates and AI-powered predictions on this site. Browse standings, top scorers, fixtures, results and matchday predictions for Botola Pro below.