Morocco - Ecuador: A draw rich in lessons for Mohamed Ouahbi

Trailing from the start of the second half, the Moroccan players were able to react to snatch a 1-1 draw. This first real post-Africa Cup of Nations test for the senior team allowed the coach to evaluate his troops against a Latin American team known for its toughness and its status on the world stage.

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The choice of this opponent is part of a demanding preparation for the World Cup. In an analysis delivered to the media Al3omk, sports expert Abderrahim Ouchrif recalls that the Ecuadorian selection has been undefeated since 2024. Second in its qualifiers, it has recently beaten Brazil and Argentina. According to him, facing such a team offers "a precious opportunity to assess the level of the players and the new tactics of the coach".

On the field, Mohamed Ouahbi favored continuity while injecting fresh blood in a thoughtful manner. The coach relied on a solid midfield core, composed of Saibari, Ounahi and El Aynaoui. This strategy allowed the integration of new elements called up for the first time, such as Diop and Hrimat, without disrupting the balances. For his part, Achraf Hakimi confirmed the importance of rapid cohesion between the internationals.

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While some turnovers and individual errors were noted due to the strong opposing pressure, the overall performance is considered positive. Abderrahim Ouchrif salutes the tactical intelligence of the coach and emphasizes a game based on the collective spirit to build counterattacks. According to the analyst, these high-level confrontations are the best criterion to measure the team’s state of preparation for the upcoming deadlines.