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France vs Morocco: Ayyoub Bouaddi's World Cup Switch

Published July 9, 2026 · Updated July 9, 2026 · The Guardian

Former France U21 captain Ayyoub Bouaddi switched allegiance to Morocco for the World Cup quarter-final, a decision France technical director Hubert Fournier described as a 'big loss'.

Bouaddi had captained France to a 2-1 victory over Iceland just 101 days prior. The Lille midfielder stated he needed time to consider his future before ultimately choosing Morocco. albergomalica.it

His move highlights the multicultural nature of the tournament, where 99 players born in France are participating.

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