Algeria Football – Morocco: Walid Regragui achieves a masterstroke
The Moroccan Football Federation, under the leadership of Fawzi Lakjaa, recently achieved a masterstroke by attracting young Belgian talent Ismail Baouf (18), a promising defender playing for Anderlecht. This choice is part of the federation’s ambitious policy, aiming to integrate players trained in the best European academies and to enrich the Atlas Lions squad with the most brilliant talents.
Baouf, who played with the Red Devils youth teams, announced his immense pride in representing Morocco, his country of origin, after several appearances with Belgium, including as captain of the U-18s. In an exclusive interview, the young defender stressed that his decision was above all an act of the heart, motivated by his Moroccan roots. “It was a sincere choice,” he affirmed, while explaining that the progression of Moroccan football and the historic feat of the Atlas Lions in the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup had particularly appealed to him. influence.
His preference for Morocco is also explained by the appeal of the sporting project and the positive image of the national team. Baouf is now focused on the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and is ready to seize any opportunity to join the A team led by Walid Regragui. Despite attempts by the Belgian Federation to convince him to reconsider his decision, the young defender seems determined to represent Morocco, a choice which underlines his commitment and his ambitions for the future.
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