The coach, Walid Regragui, has made key decisions for this important event at home, seeking a balance between experience and the youth that has shone in recent competitions.
The big question surrounding the squad has finally been resolved. The right-back from Paris Saint-Germain and one of the great stars of African football, Achraf Hakimi, has been included by Walid Regragui in the final roster of players.
His presence is crucial for the Atlas Lions’ aspirations in their own country. Hakimi is an irreplaceable piece in the Moroccan scheme, providing quality, speed, and a constant offensive threat.
Alongside Hakimi, Morocco’s list includes other international figures who play in top European clubs. Notable names include Brahim Díaz, midfielder from Real Madrid, the solid defender Nayef Aguerd, the full-back Noussair Mazraoui, and the young promise Eliesse Ben Seghir. These players form the backbone of a team that will seek to lift the trophy in front of their fans, promising a high-level spectacle.
However, not all news is good. One of the most notable absences in the squad is Hakim Ziyech. The experienced winger, who recently became a star signing for Wydad Casablanca, is not in Regragui’s plans for the 2025 Africa Cup.
His exclusion is a surprise to many and opens the debate about the team’s attacking options in the tournament.
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