Nayef Aguerd Returns: Morocco’s World Cup Defense Boost

– byJérôme · 1 min read
Nayef Aguerd Returns: Morocco's World Cup Defense Boost

Away from the pitch for several weeks, the central defender should finally join Mohamed Ouahbi’s squad for the summer World Cup. An essential reinforcement for a backline desperately lacking certainty.

The player from Kénitra is making a remarkable comeback. Victim of a groin injury, he completely missed the second part of his sporting season, remaining in the infirmary between March 4 and May 12. To optimize his chances of recovery before the major world event this summer, he chose to carry out his rehabilitation phase directly on Moroccan soil. A winning strategy, since his call-up to the national team now seems assured, according to reports released Sunday by Foot Mercato.

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This reinstatement comes at the perfect time for the Lions of the Atlas. The team, which had brilliantly reached the final four in the 2022 edition, is indeed showing recent defensive weaknesses and is counting on this true pillar to regain its solidity. The challenge promises to be significant from the group stage, where Moroccan players will begin their journey against Brazil on June 14. They will continue the competition against Scotland on June 20, to finally face Haiti on June 25 and attempt to secure their ticket to the knockout stages.