Ayyoub Bouaddi receives maiden Morocco call-up for World Cup
Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has been named in the Morocco squad for the upcoming World Cup, joining Achraf Hakimi as part of the Atlas Lions' group.
Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has been called up to the Morocco national team for the first time. The 18-year-old, who previously represented France at youth levels, has been included in the Atlas Lions' squad for the World Cup, running from June 11 to July 19.
Bouaddi officially switched his sporting nationality ten days ago. He is now set to potentially make his international debut in upcoming friendly matches against Madagascar on June 2 or Norway on June 7.
Alongside Bouaddi, the Morocco squad features four other players from Ligue 1, including PSG captain Achraf Hakimi. Morocco has been drawn into Group C for the tournament, where they will face Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti.