Morocco: Why Hakimi and Saibari Join the National Team Late

Achraf Hakimi and Ismaël Saibari joined the Moroccan national team two days late after receiving approval from coach Mohamed Ouahbi. They are suspended for the upcoming match against Gabon due to sanctions from CAF for unsporting behavior during the 2025 CAN final. Hakimi, involved in a French legal case for rape, has been sent to trial, while both players were previously condemned in January for attempting to steal Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy's towel during the controversial final. Their late arrival is linked to sanctions and ongoing controversies surrounding their conduct.