Moroccan Players Shine in International Fixtures — Week of August 14

This week saw Moroccan players making their mark across various leagues and competitions. While some players contributed significantly to their teams' performances, others were involved in tightly contested matches. Notably, Y. Ebnoutalib and M. Elyounoussi were among the standout performers, finding the back of the net in their respective matches.

Top Performers

• Y. Ebnoutalib was on target for Eintracht Frankfurt in their friendly against FSV Frankfurt. His goal in the 23rd minute helped his team secure a commanding 5-1 victory. Ebnoutalib's performance highlights his potential as a key player for the upcoming season.

• M. Elyounoussi delivered an impressive performance for FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Europa Conference League. He scored twice in their 5-1 win over Debreceni VSC, with his first goal coming as early as the 3rd minute, assisted by Robert. Elyounoussi's second goal in the 58th minute further solidified his impact on the match.

Results Abroad

• A. Sabiri featured for Fiorentina in their Coppa Italia clash against Benevento. While he did not score, his involvement contributed to Fiorentina's 4-1 victory.

• Y. El-Arabi played for Nantes in their Ligue 2 match against Laval, which ended in a 2-1 defeat for Nantes.

• I. Sebaoui was part of the St. Truiden squad in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Cercle Brugge in the Jupiler Pro League.

• A. Baallal participated in Saint Etienne's 3-1 win over Clermont Foot in Ligue 2, though he did not register any goals or assists.

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

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

• B. Benamar was part of the CSKA 1948 team that secured a 4-1 victory over Cherno More Varna in the First League.

• Y. Bounou featured for Al-Hilal Saudi FC in their 4-2 win over Al-Faisaly FC in the Pro League.

• Camil Mmaee Nwameben and N. El Basri were involved in FC Eindhoven's 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 part of 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 was part of Borussia Dortmund II's 3-1 win over Bergisch Gladbach in the Regionalliga - West.

• J. El Yamiq played for UD Logroñés in their 2-1 friendly defeat to Zaragoza.

• Amine Chabane was involved in Amiens' 1-0 loss to La Roche VF in Ligue 3.

• A. Bassi and T. Bentayeb featured in Estac Troyes' 1-1 draw with Panetolikos in a club friendly.

• I. Faiz, A. Mittache, I. Moumen, W. Azaro, Y. Jabrane, and Saad El Hadani were part of Al Wahda FC's 3-2 loss to Ajman in the Pro League.

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

• N. Aguerd featured in Marseille's 2-1 friendly defeat to Atletico Madrid.

• Z. Labyad was involved in Rosario Central's goalless draw with Corinthians in the CONMEBOL Libertadores.

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

• W. Cheddira was part of Napoli's 6-2 friendly win over Aris Thessalonikis.

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

• A. Hakimi played in Paris Saint Germain's 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.

• Adam Aznou Ben Cheikh featured in Newcastle's 3-1 friendly loss to Everton.

• A. Jabbari played in FC Cincinnati's 2-1 Leagues Cup defeat to Atlas.

As the new season progresses, Moroccan players will be looking to build on their performances and make significant contributions to their respective teams.