With several key players unavailable due to injury, head coach Mohamed Ouahbi can still count on players who are in good form at club level and capable of delivering strong performances. This includes striker Yassir Zabiri, who is enjoying an outstanding season with Racing Santander, scoring nine goals in 12 matches.
Otherwise, no major changes are expected, as most of the players who form the backbone of Morocco’s national team are available and in good form.
Yassine Bounou is expected to retain his place in goal, while the defensive line is also unlikely to change.
Achraf Hakimi, Nayef Aguerd, Issa Diop and Noussair Mazraoui continue to enjoy the coach’s confidence and the backing of supporters.
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In midfield, Ayyoub Bouaddi and Bilal El Khannouss remain key players thanks to their talent and, above all, their contribution to the team’s build-up and midfield play. Reda Belahyane is also in good form and remains a quality option.
In attack, Brahim Diaz is expected to return to the right wing, while Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, who has been in good form this season in La Liga with Real Betis, has already established himself as an important part of Ouahbi’s setup and is expected to occupy the left flank. The two could be joined by Yassir Zabiri, who deserves greater trust to build on his recent run of form.
Morocco’s expected starting lineup against Niger:
Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou
Defenders: Achraf Hakimi (captain), Nayef Aguerd, Issa Diop, Noussair Mazraoui
Midfielders: Reda Belahyane, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Bilal El Khannouss
Forwards: Brahim Diaz, Yassir Zabiri, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli
