Elyounoussi Shines in Superliga — Week of August 7

This week, Moroccan players made their mark across various leagues, with M. Elyounoussi delivering a standout performance in Denmark's Superliga. While some players faced challenging matches, Elyounoussi's hat-trick for FC Copenhagen was the highlight, showcasing his offensive prowess and contributing significantly to his team's victory.

Top Performers

M. Elyounoussi's Hat-Trick Heroics

• Silkeborg vs FC Copenhagen (1-3): M. Elyounoussi was the star of the match, scoring all three goals for FC Copenhagen. He found the net in the 42nd, 45th, and 62nd minutes, with assists from J. Larsson, W. Clem, and M. Lopez, respectively. Despite receiving a yellow card in the 36th minute, Elyounoussi's performance was instrumental in securing the win.

A. Harroui's Contribution

• Hellas Verona vs Lecco (3-0): A. Harroui scored in the 59th minute, helping Hellas Verona to a comfortable victory in their friendly match against Lecco.

Results Abroad

A. Ait Boudlal

• Galatasaray vs Rennes (3-3): A. Ait Boudlal featured in a thrilling draw, though he did not score or assist.

A. El Mahraoui

• Akhmat vs Spartak Moscow (1-2): A. El Mahraoui played in Akhmat's narrow defeat to Spartak Moscow.

C. Driouech and A. Salah-Eddine

• PSV Eindhoven vs AZ Alkmaar (0-4): Both C. Driouech and A. Salah-Eddine were part of the AZ Alkmaar squad that achieved a dominant victory over PSV Eindhoven in the Super Cup.

C. Talbi

• Wrexham vs Sunderland (0-1): C. Talbi participated in Sunderland's win over Wrexham in the Premier League Summer Series.

O. Idrissi

• Leon vs CF Pachuca (1-0): O. Idrissi received a yellow card in the 34th minute during Leon's narrow victory.

FIFA Ranking

Morocco remains ranked 6th in the FIFA rankings as of July 20, 2026. This position reflects the national team's consistent performance on the international stage.

As we look forward to the upcoming week, Moroccan players will aim to build on their performances and continue to make significant contributions to their respective teams.