Injury Concerns for Morocco Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers
A significant blow has struck the Moroccan national football team as star midfielder Azzedine Ounahi sustained a serious injury during a match in the Greek league on Sunday. This unfortunate news comes at a critical time for Morocco's coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, as the team prepares to face Niger in back-to-back qualifying rounds for the Africa Cup of Nations finals, scheduled for November. The matches against Niger are pivotal, taking place on the 13th and 17th of November in Casablanca and Rabat, respectively.
Ounahi, who plays for Panathinaikos, went down in the 19th minute of the game against Asteras, visibly in pain as he clutched his left thigh. The medical team promptly attended to him, and he had to be carried off the field on a stretcher, raising immediate concerns about the severity of his injury. Despite Panathinaikos emerging victorious with a 5-1 scoreline, the focus has shifted to Ounahi’s condition, which is yet to be officially diagnosed. The club has not released any details regarding the nature of his injury or the expected duration of his absence, as further medical examinations are pending to assess the damage.
The timing of this injury could not be more problematic for the Moroccan squad, who are gearing up for a crucial period in their campaign to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Coach Ouahbi has been actively monitoring his players across various European leagues, hoping for a strong and healthy lineup. However, the sight of Ounahi leaving the field on a stretcher, along with the distress evident on his face, has heightened fears regarding the potential impact of this injury on Morocco's upcoming matches.
As reported by yardbarker.com.
