The Spanish sports daily AS highlighted on Friday the decisive role of Brahim Díaz in the offensive setup of the Moroccan national team, describing him as the “great star” of the national side who carries the hopes of an entire people at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
In an article devoted to the rise of the Real Madrid player, the newspaper notes that Brahim Díaz has established himself as the new idol of Moroccan fans, posting “impressive statistics” since choosing to wear the Moroccan jersey in 2024.
AS reports that Brahim Díaz has earned 21 caps with the Atlas Lions, during which he has made a major contribution to the team’s unbeaten run, with 18 wins, three draws, and 13 goals to his name.
The daily also underscores Díaz’s decisive influence throughout the Atlas Lions’ journey in this AFCON up to the final, noting that with five goals in six matches, he is among the main architects of Morocco’s dream of reclaiming a continental title awaited for nearly half a century.
Looking back at the semi-final against Nigeria, AS points out that national coach Walid Regragui chose to keep Díaz on the pitch until the end of extra time, banking on a “flash of genius” capable of turning the match, which the Atlas Lions eventually won on penalties.
AS concludes that Brahim Díaz, 26 and at the peak of his sporting maturity, is now asserting himself as one of the cornerstones of the ambitious project led by the national team, as the AFCON final and upcoming international fixtures approach.
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