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Morocco internationals delivered big performances this weekend in top European leagues, showing strong form just months before the Africa Cup of Nations organized by Morocco.
Their impact was felt in key matches, with goals, assists, and clutch moments that reflect how far Moroccan football has come on the international stage.
Notable performances
Ismael Saibari scored a hat-trick for PSV Eindhoven in a 3–2 win over Feyenoord. Saibari found the net in the 30th, 51st, and 60th minutes, showing great movement and finishing.
His coach called him a “special player.” PSV are now level with Feyenoord at the top of the Dutch league. It is Saibari’s eighth goal in all competitions with PSV this season.
Achraf Hakimi scored twice for Paris Saint-Germain in a 3–0 win over Brest. His first goal was a volley from a long pass, and the second was a strong strike from inside the box.
PSG now leads Ligue 1 by one point. Hakimi’s form and leadership continue to shine. This is Hakimi’s fourth goal and fifth assist with PSG this season in all competitions. He continues his red-hot performance after finishing sixth in the Ballon d’Or ranking
Chemsdine Talbi came off the bench for Sunderland and scored a last-minute winner against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. His goal was in the 93rd minute, assisted by Brian Brobbey, which gave Sunderland a 2–1 win and moved them up the fourth place in the Premier League table. This marks the first goal of Talbi with Sunderland this season in the Premier League.
Hamza Igamane scored the opening goal for Lille OSC in a 6–1 win over Metz. He found the net in the 24th minute with a clean finish. The win boosted Lille’s position in the league and showed Igamane’s growing confidence, this goal brings Igamane’s season tally to seven goals and one assist for the club.
Azzedine Ounahi scored in the 83rd minute for Girona FC in a 3–3 draw with Real Oviedo. He also won a penalty later in the match, helping his team fight back from behind and bringing his season tally to two goals this season as he was also named Girona’s Player of the Month for September
All eyes on AFCON
This weekend proves how much depth and diversity Morocco’s national team has. From defense to attack, Moroccan players are performing in every position and shine in Europe’s top leagues.
Walid Regragui now has a full squad of talents, fit, in form, and performing across Europe’s top leagues.
With AFCON 2025 taking place in Morocco, the pressure is on. The national team hasn’t lifted the trophy since 1976, and now everything is in the team’s favor: the players, the momentum, the home support.
There are no excuses and anything less than winning the title that has been missing from Morocco since 1976, would be a huge disappointment for Morocco.
Source: Morocco word news
