The International football federation (FIFA) highlighted 5 young Moroccan players ahead of the 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup, following their good performance.
Here is the list of FIFA’s chosen players
1-Azzedine Ounahi, 22
Moroccan player Azzedine Ounahi has shown good performance in qualifier games, especially after finishing the champion of Morocco’s second leg against DR Congo with his 2 glittering goals, according to FIFA.
“He has a talent for shooting from distance, and it is easy to see why so much hope has been pinned on him for Qatar,” FIFA added.
2-Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, 20
The international player is among the most prominent Moroccan youngsters expected to make a name for themselves at the finals, FIFA said.
FC Barcelona player wasn’t able to join until last games against DR Congo for the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
“A raw talent, Ezzalzouli is known for his speed on the wing and ability to get past opponents. He is also physically strong and works equally well on either flank,” FIFA added.
3-Chadi Riad, 18
“A defender on Barcelona’s books, Chadi Riad is one of the most promising young defenders based in Europe,” FIFA said.
This international player wasn’t part of the national team in recent sporting events.
“ With notable physical capabilities and ever-improving skills, there is every reason to think he could be ready for Qatar 2022, he could give Halilhodzic another option for Qatar,” FIFA noted.
4-Imran Louza, 22
FIFA said Imran Louza has quickly established himself as a key member of Vahid Halilhodzic’s squad.
The Moroccan player has shown good performance in recent sporting events, and scored goals for the national team.
“Louza’s versatility and physical strength make him an all-around midfielder capable of playing both offensive and defensive roles,” FIFA said.
“ It would be a major surprise if he was not a pivotal player for the Atlas Lions at the upcoming World Cup,” it added.
5-Zakaria Aboukhlal, 22
FIFA said Aboukhlal is a gifted striker who is composed in front of goal and adept at operating in tight spaces.
“ Imbued with impressive stamina, he works tirelessly to help out in defense and presses continuously when not in possession,” FIFA added.
The upcoming 2022 Qatar World Cup games are set to take place between November 21 and December 18.
The national team was drawn together with Croatia, Belgium and Canada, part of Group F.
Morocco is set to face off Croatia first on November 23, then Belgium on November 27, and Canada on December 1.
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