Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Regragui Confirms Aguerd's Availability, Saiss Ruled Out
Morocco's football coach, Walid Regragui, has said that Nayef Aguerd is not injured and is ready to play in their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations match against Mali.
However, captain Romain Saiss will miss the game due to a muscle injury.
Another player, Achraf Hakimi, who has an ankle problem, might play for a short time.
The coach also praised a young player, Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, saying he is a great talent.
Morocco won their first match in the tournament and will play Mali next.
The coach thinks the match will be tough but is confident in his team.
Morocco coach Walid Regragui confirmed that defender Nayef Aguerd is fit and available for the match against Mali.
Captain Romain Saiss will miss the game due to a muscle injury sustained in the previous match.
Achraf Hakimi, who won African Player of the Year, is recovering from an ankle injury and may play briefly.
Coach Regragui praised young defender Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, calling him a great talent and emphasizing a long-term vision for his development.
Morocco aims to secure qualification with a victory over Mali after winning their first match 2-0 against Comoros.
- Who
- Morocco national football team and their coach Walid Regragui
- What
- Pre-match updates on player availability for the Africa Cup of Nations
- When
- Friday (unspecified date)
- Where
- Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Morocco
- Why
- To provide clarity on player fitness and team strategy ahead of the match against Mali
- Teams
- Morocco vs. Mali
- Tournament
- Africa Cup of Nations
- Match Date
- Friday (unspecified date)
- Venue
- Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat
- Morocco's Previous Result
- 2-0 win over Comoros
- Injured Players
- Romain Saiss (muscle injury), Achraf Hakimi (ankle issue)
- Key Player Mentioned
- Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal