Since the 2022 World Cup, Morocco has moved into another dimension. Reaching the semi-final against France, the Atlas Lions were able to build on this immense feat to attract many players. Thus, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Chadi Riad but especially Brahim Diaz gave their agreement to wear the green and red of the Moroccan tunic. Also, a serious spotlight was placed on Walid Regragui. The 48-year-old coach stood out for his management and his chemistry with his group. However, for several months and after a failed and eventful CAN 2023 for him, the former Grenoble player has been at the heart of certain controversies. Present at a press conference this Tuesday before the match against Mauritania, Regragui once again distinguished himself by tackling Italy by claiming that he did not know the Squadra Azzurra striker.
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At the same time, the native of Corbeil-Essonnes spoke about the case of Neil El Aynaoui. Brilliant this season with RC Lens, the 22-year-old midfielder has not yet chosen which team he wants to represent and this annoys Regragui: “Neil El Aynaoui is thinking, he has a priority with his club. He was supposed to be part of the CAN adventure, but we let him grow at his request. For this gathering, it still took time but as I have always said, at one point we will have to decide and come. Today, the problem does not come from us but from the player. (…) At some point, we will have to make decisions, if he does not make it, I will take it in his place, but we will not wait long.» The player is warned: Walid Regragui’s patience has limits.
Pub. 03/26/2024 12:59 Updated 03/26/2024 3:40 p.m.
2024-03-26 11:59:09
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