Moroccan players Abde Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui sustain injuries before World Cup 2026

Moroccan national team players Abde Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui were injured during a 1-1 friendly draw against Norway on June 7, 2026. Ezzalzouli was substituted at halftime due to a leg injury, while Mazraoui left the pitch in the 29th minute with a shoulder issue. Initial medical assessments indicate that Ezzalzouli may have suffered a medial collateral ligament sprain in his knee, potentially sidelining him for three to four weeks. Morocco's head coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, confirmed the injuries occurred during a match where the team utilized ten substitutions to manage player workload. The team's participation in the opening World Cup match against Brazil on June 14 remains uncertain for both players. Further medical evaluations are currently underway to determine the exact severity of the injuries. Morocco is also scheduled to face Scotland on June 20 and Haiti on June 25.