Morocco No: 8 Free

This is where the Moroccan No 8 differs from a European or South American 8. Because Morocco often defends with a low block against top teams, the No 8 must become a full-back. Against Kylian Mbappé in the semifinal, Ounahi was often tracking back to help Achraf Hakimi, reducing the space for the French captain.

Ounahi was a cornerstone of the Morocco squad that made history as the first African nation to reach a World Cup semi-final. morocco no 8

The gap to the top five is narrowing—Brazil better watch out! 📉⚽️ This is where the Moroccan No 8 differs