Morocco’s Ziyech Disappoints at Africa Cup of Nations, Missing Crucial Penalty

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Morocco's Ziyech Disappoints at Africa Cup of Nations, Missing Crucial Penalty

Expected as the savior, after a very good year within the "Ajax" team in Amsterdam, Hakim Ziyech did not convince during this Africa Cup of Nations (CAN). A disappointment crowned by a missed penalty, in the last minute of the match against Benin. A goal that could have changed the outcome...

It is a competition to forget for the Moroccan-Dutch. Nothing went right for him during the four matches he played with the "Atlas Lions". Messy, almost without any result, despite the many opportunities, it will probably take him a very long time to reconquer the hearts of the Moroccans, he who, since the beginning of his adventure with the "Atlas Lions", has nevertheless scored 14 goals in 24 matches.

This early elimination from the CAN could have an impact on his transfer. Considered a departure from "Ajax" in Amsterdam, Hakim Ziyech could ultimately stay there again this year, especially if the interested clubs take into account Morocco’s performance at the 2019 CAN and the player’s performance and strong character. He did not hesitate to reject the offer from the Spanish team Seville, describing it as weak. "It is essential to progress in sport. If it is not a club similar to Ajax, I do not see the reason to leave," he had said.