El-Faouzi Commits to Morocco for Africa Cup Qualification
Schalke's midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi has made a significant decision regarding his international football career by officially joining the Moroccan national team for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. The 24-year-old dual citizen, holding both German and Moroccan nationalities, is poised to represent Morocco in their qualifier games against Gabon on September 25 and Lesotho on September 29. This choice may well eliminate any future prospects of playing for the German national team, especially given that he had been considered a potential surprise candidate for the squad prior to the DFB team selection led by Jürgen Klopp.
El-Faouzi previously showcased his skills on the international stage when he played in a friendly match against Burundi, where Morocco secured a resounding 5-0 victory. However, he was not selected for the World Cup roster, which has likely influenced his decision to commit fully to the Moroccan side. Since joining FC Schalke in the summer of 2025, he has evolved into a vital player for the team, further solidifying his career at the club level while making this pivotal international choice.
As reported by sueddeutsche.de.
