A feared verdict confirmed by LOSC
Fear turned into certainty. This Monday evening, the LOSC formalized the serious injury of his attacker Hamza Igmane. The player was injured on Sunday during the final of the CAN 2025 opposing Morocco to Senegala meeting lost by the Moroccans at the end of a particularly intense scenario.
An entry into play followed by a premature exit
According to the Lille press release, the final was played this Sunday January 18, 2026 at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Came on in the 97th minute during extra time, Hamza Igmane had to leave the pitch in the 103rd minute after contact with the opposing goalkeeper, leaving in tears. Medical examinations confirmed a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in the right knee. A serious injury, unrelated to a previous physical problem, as specified by the Moroccan coach Walid Regragui after the meeting. The 23-year-old striker will be away from the field for several months.
A hard sporting blow for Lille
Arrived at the club at the start of the season from Glasgow Rangers, Hamza Igmane sees his season seriously compromised. LOSC assured that it would support its player throughout his rehabilitation, with the aim of a return in the best possible conditions. In the meantime, the prolonged absence of the Moroccan striker is forcing Lille to reorganize offensively. Olivier Giroud will notably have to assume increased responsibility at the forefront of the Lille attack over the coming months.
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