Morocco: 'we talked, we were sad', Hakimi reveals the promise made to Aguerd and Ez Abde

On the eve of Morocco's first match of the 2026 World Cup against Brazil, Achraf Hakimi promised to "die on the pitch" for his teammates Nayef Aguerd and Ez Abde, who are out due to injury. The Atlas Lions captain explained that the team talked together and that this sadness is extra motivation. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi confirmed that the decision to leave Aguerd and Ez Abde out of the squad was made collectively.