Nayef Aguerd's Withdrawal from World Cup 2026
Nayef Aguerd has officially withdrawn from the 2026 World Cup with Morocco, citing ongoing physical challenges that have hindered his performance. In a heartfelt message on his Instagram account, Aguerd explained that he has not fully regained his physical capabilities following persistent issues with his adductors, which plagued him during his time at Olympique de Marseille last season. This decision comes as a significant blow to the Moroccan national team, particularly just days before their opening match against Brazil on June 14, 2026.
Impact on Moroccan Team
The absence of Aguerd is compounded by another major setback for the Lions of the Atlas, with fellow key player Abde Ezzalzouli from Real Betis also being ruled out for the entire tournament. The Moroccan team has been forced to make crucial adjustments in their lineup, bringing in Marwane Saadane from Al Fateh and Amine Sbaï from Angers Sco to fill the gaps left by these withdrawals. Despite these challenges, the Moroccan squad remains hopeful and is preparing to face their formidable opponents in the upcoming matches.
As reported by ouest-france.fr.
