The national squad of Morocco has sustained a significant setback days before their participation in the World Cup 2026, following the forced withdrawal of two key players, Ez Abde (Abdessamad Ezzalzouli) and Nayef Aguerd, due to injury. FIFA has since granted approval for their replacements on the official roster for the “Atlas Lions.”
According to international media reports and confirmation from FIFA, the two injured footballers will be substituted by Marwane Saadane, a 34-year-old defender from Al Fateh, and Amine Sbai, a 25-year-old striker from Angers. Both incoming players were already integrated with the team in the United States and were part of the final preparations leading up to the tournament.
The absence of Nayef Aguerd is noted as particularly impactful for the defensive structure of Morocco. The depth of the squad has been altered by these changes. The selection process has necessitated the integration of these two new additions into the established tactical plans.
The withdrawal of these players represents a considerable blow to the team’s immediate preparations. The coaching staff and federation are now focused on integrating Saadane and Sbai into the match-day routines to ensure the team maintains optimal performance levels for the World Cup campaign. The focus remains on adapting the squad composition to compensate for the loss of the original personnel while maintaining Morocco’s competitive edge.
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