Moroccan Players Shine in Global Fixtures β Week of May 20
This week saw Moroccan players making their mark across various leagues worldwide, with standout performances in the Premier League and the Presidents Cup. I. Diop and S. Rahimi were particularly notable, contributing crucial goals for their respective teams. Meanwhile, Z. Labyad also found the net in the CONMEBOL Libertadores, showcasing the diverse talent of Moroccan footballers on the international stage.
Top Performers
I. Diop was instrumental for Fulham in their 2-0 victory over Newcastle in the Premier League. Diop scored the opening goal in the 20th minute, setting the tone for a solid team performance.
S. Rahimi delivered an exceptional performance for Al Ain in the Presidents Cup against Al-Jazira. Rahimi scored twice, with goals in the 15th and 20th minutes, both assisted by Kaku. He also received a yellow card in the 55th minute, capping off a busy match for the Moroccan forward.
Z. Labyad made a significant impact in the CONMEBOL Libertadores, scoring for Corinthians in their 1-1 draw with Penarol. His goal came in the 63rd minute, helping his team secure a valuable point.
Results Abroad
In Serie A, Z. Aboukhlal and A. Masina featured in Torino's 2-2 draw with Juventus, though neither managed to score or assist in the match.
Riyad Idrissi played for AC Milan in their unexpected 1-2 loss to Cagliari, while Y. Maleh was part of Cremonese's squad in their heavy 1-4 defeat to Como.
W. Cheddira was on the pitch for Lecce as they secured a narrow 1-0 win over Genoa.
A. Harroui and N. El Aynaoui were involved in Hellas Verona's 0-2 loss to AS Roma, unable to prevent the defeat.
In the Segunda DivisiΓ³n, H. Abaida and J. El Yamiq both played in 1-1 draws for Malaga and Las Palmas, respectively.
M. Zekri, I. Benachour, I. Sebaoui, and R. Halhal were part of St. Truiden's squad in their commanding 3-0 victory over KV Mechelen in the Jupiler Pro League.
M. Amehri received a yellow card in the 90th minute during EBK's 1-0 win over GrIFK in the Kakkonen - Lohko B.
S. El Karouani scored a late equaliser for Utrecht in their 1-1 draw with Ajax in the Eredivisie, finding the net in the 120th minute.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, Moroccan players continue to demonstrate their skills across various leagues. With the World Cup on the horizon, these performances will be crucial for maintaining form and fitness. Next week promises more action as these players strive to make further impacts for their clubs.