Abdelhamid Sabiri

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• Moroccan Soccer Star Sabiri Denies ’Virtual Fiancée’ Claims on Social Media
  19 January 2023, by Ginette

  Moroccan international Abdelhamid Sabiri, who plays for Sampdoria, rejects the allegations of a young woman who claims to be his fiancée.
  The Moroccan player has challenged on Instagram, describing as "fake" the publication illustrated with photos and asking subscribers not to interfere in "the couple’s private life." For Abdelhamid Sabiri, "these statements are false, lying and unfounded. A false rumor," he said.
  The Atlas Lion stresses that this is a rumor spread by a woman seeking (…)

• FIFA Credits Morocco’s Opening Goal Against Belgium to Romain Saiss
  29 November 2022, by Armel

  The goal that allowed the Atlas Lions to open the scoring against the Belgian Red Devils was not awarded to Abdelhamid Sabiri, but to his teammate Romain Saiss.
  FIFA has reversed its decision regarding the first goal, which allowed Walid Regragui’s protégés to gain confidence against Belgium. In the 73rd minute, with the counter stuck at 0-0, Abdelhamid Sabiri magnificently shot a free kick into the top corner.
  The goal was first awarded to him. After verification and several (…)

• German TV Host Sparks Controversy with Comparison of Moroccan Soccer Celebrations to ISIS Gestures
  14 December 2022, by Sylvanus

  The celebrations by the Atlas Lions for their successes at the 2022 Qatar World Cup are not to the liking of the German media. They compare them to members of the Islamic State.
  In a report, a television presenter from the popular German channel Welt reproaches Moroccan players Zakaria Abouklal, Abdelhamid Sabiri and Ilias Chair for celebrating their victory over Portugal (1-0) by posing with a Moroccan flag and raising their index finger, a "salute" similar to that used by members of the (…)

• German News Channel Apologizes for Falsely Linking Moroccan Soccer Players to ISIS
  15 December 2022, by Armel

  Following its defamatory report on Moroccan players, the private German news channel Welt has finally apologized.
  The media accused Moroccan players Ilias Chair, Zakaria Aboukhlal and Abdelhamid Sabiri of being linked to the terrorist group Islamic State. On an image that went viral on social media, we see the three Moroccan players, each with a finger raised, celebrating Morocco’s victory.
  This gesture was interpreted by the television as a trademark of Daesh, noting that it is carried (…)

• Moroccan Star Sabiri Returns to Training for Sampdoria, Eyes Inter Milan Clash
  10 February 2023, by Said

  Moroccan international Abdelhamid Sabiri has resumed training with Sampdoria after an absence caused by a muscle injury.
  The player is currently following a rehabilitation program to get back in shape and rejoin his teammates for the upcoming matches.
  Sabiri missed the 20th and 21st rounds of Serie A due to a thigh injury, but the medical team is doing everything possible to prepare him for the next match against Inter Milan, scheduled for Monday, February 13, for the 22nd round. (…)

• Fiorentina Eyes World Cup Standout Sabiri in Potential Winter Transfer
  27 December 2022, by Armel

  Moroccan international Abdelhamid Sabiri, who currently plays for Sampdoria, is on Fiorentina’s radar, who could sign him this winter. Negotiations are still ongoing.
  The creative midfielder was remarkable during the 2022 World Cup. Since then, he has been the target of several European clubs, including Fiorentina, who expressed interest from the player’s first appearances.
  According to La Nazione, the Italian club is determined to recruit the Moroccan midfielder, despite the increase (…)

• Leeds United Eyes World Cup Star Abdelhamid Sabiri in Transfer Bid
  5 January 2023, by Armel

  Moroccan international Abdelhamid Sabiri could soon leave Sampdoria to join England’s Leeds United.
  Sabiri actively participated in the historic run of the Atlas Lions at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. He notably scored a superb goal against the Red Devils of Belgium, in the second group stage match.
  This good performance of the Moroccan attacking midfielder during the competition has seduced Leeds United, who are showing interest in him. Thus, the English club would have already started the (…)

• Fiorentina Eyes World Cup Standout Sabiri in Potential Midfield Boost
  15 January 2023, by Armel

  Moroccan international Abdelhamid Sabiri, who currently plays for Sampdoria, could soon change clubs. The attacking midfielder is on Fiorentina’s radar, who want to recruit him during this winter transfer window.
  According to Sky Sports, the transfer of the Moroccan, author of a good performance at the 2022 World Cup, depends on the sale of Argentine Nicholas Gonzalez, on his way to Leicester City.
  Negotiations are ongoing, the newspaper specifies, adding that the management of the (…)

• Morocco Stuns Belgium 2-0, Edges Closer to World Cup Knockout Stage
  27 November 2022, by Said

  Historic. The Moroccan football team won today 2-0 against a shaky and very uncertain Belgian team.
  Morocco takes a step towards the round of 16. Walid Regragui’s players won their match against one of the best teams in the world, Belgium.
  After a difficult start to the period for the Moroccans, they gradually gained the upper hand over Belgium until scoring the first goal through Abdelhamid Sabri in the 78th minute. He had come on a few minutes earlier.
  Instead of defending their (…)

• Morocco Unveils Revamped Squad for World Cup Clash with Croatia
  17 December 2022, by Said

  The coach of the Moroccan national football team, Walid Regragui, revealed a few minutes ago the list of players who will face the Croatian team in the World Cup.
  Change in continuity for the Moroccan team with the absence of Saiss, Mzraoui and Aguerd but with the arrival of Bilal El Khannouss and the return of Sabiri.
  Here is the complete list for this match scheduled in less than 30 minutes:
  Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou
  Defenders: Achraf Dari, Jawad El Yamiq, Achraf Hakimi, Yahya (…)