Moroccan Players in Focus — Week of August 14

This week saw Moroccan footballers making their presence felt across various leagues and competitions. While there were no standout performances in terms of goals or assists, several players were involved in key matches. Notably, Y. Ebnoutalib found the back of the net in a friendly, and M. Elyounoussi scored twice in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The Moroccan national team remains highly ranked at sixth in the FIFA rankings, reflecting the strength and potential of its players on the international stage.

Top Performers

• Y. Ebnoutalib made a notable impact for FSV Frankfurt in their friendly against Eintracht Frankfurt, scoring the opening goal in the 23rd minute. His contribution was a highlight in a match that ended 5-1 in favour of Eintracht Frankfurt.

• M. Elyounoussi was instrumental for FC Copenhagen in their UEFA Europa Conference League match against Debreceni VSC. He scored twice, first in the 3rd minute with an assist from Robert, and again in the 58th minute, helping his team to a commanding 5-1 victory.

Results Abroad

• A. Sabiri featured for Fiorentina in their Coppa Italia clash against Benevento. Although he did not score, Fiorentina secured a convincing 4-1 win.

• Y. El-Arabi played for Nantes in their Ligue 2 match against Laval. Despite his efforts, Nantes fell to a 2-1 defeat.

• I. Sebaoui participated in a thrilling 3-3 draw for St. Truiden against Cercle Brugge in the Jupiler Pro League.

• A. Baallal was part of the Saint Etienne squad that triumphed 3-1 over Clermont Foot in Ligue 2.

• Y. El Kachati was involved in Reims' 3-3 draw with Dunkerque in Ligue 2, contributing to a competitive encounter.

• A. Regattin played for Esenler Erokspor in their 1-1 draw against Sarıyer in the 1. Lig.

• B. Benamar was on the field for CSKA 1948 in their dominant 4-1 victory over Cherno More Varna in the First League.

• Y. Bounou was part of Al-Hilal Saudi FC's squad in their 4-2 win against Al-Faisaly FC in the Pro League.

• Camil Mmaee Nwameben and N. El Basri both featured for FC Eindhoven in their narrow 3-2 defeat to MVV in the Eerste Divisie.

• B. Khaderi played for Almere City FC in their 3-1 win over Jong PSV U21 in the Eerste Divisie.

• A. Khatir was involved in Al-Ettifaq's 4-2 victory over Al Riyadh in the Pro League.

• M. Ihattaren and F. Al Mazyani participated in Waalwijk's 2-2 draw with Dordrecht in the Eerste Divisie.

• D. Saddiki featured for NAC Breda in their 2-0 loss to VVV Venlo in the Eerste Divisie.

• A. Azhil played for Borussia Dortmund II in their 3-1 win over Bergisch Gladbach in the Regionalliga - West.

• J. El Yamiq was part of UD Logroñés' squad in their 2-1 friendly loss to Zaragoza.

• Amine Chabane played for Amiens in their narrow 1-0 defeat to La Roche VF in Ligue 3.

• A. Bassi and T. Bentayeb were involved in Estac Troyes' 1-1 friendly draw against Panetolikos.

• Riyad Idrissi featured for Cagliari in their 1-0 Coppa Italia win over Arezzo.

• N. Aguerd played for Marseille in their 2-1 friendly loss to Atletico Madrid.

• Z. Labyad was part of the Rosario Central squad in their goalless draw with Corinthians in the CONMEBOL Libertadores.

• Brahim Díaz featured for Real Madrid in their 1-0 friendly win over Deportivo La Coruna.

• W. Cheddira participated in Napoli's 6-2 friendly win over Aris Thessalonikis.

• H. Abaida and I. Diop were involved in Malaga's 2-2 friendly draw with Fulham.

• A. Hakimi played for Paris Saint Germain in their 2-1 UEFA Super Cup victory over Aston Villa.

• E. Ben Seghir was part of Nottingham Forest's 2-1 friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen.

• A. Jabbari featured for FC Cincinnati in their 2-1 Leagues Cup loss to Atlas.

Looking ahead, Moroccan players will continue to feature prominently in their respective leagues and competitions. Their performances will be closely watched as they aim to maintain and improve their form.