Regragui Updates on Player Fitness Ahead of Cameroon Clash
08 January 2026at11:15
Walid Regragui, head coach of the Moroccan national team, provided an update on the fitness of several key players ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Cameroon. The match is scheduled for Friday at 20:00 GMT+1.
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Regragui stated, “We have recovered Hamza [Eghaman], although he could have returned in the previous match. However, we benefited from five additional days to confirm his return.”
He added, “We wanted Amrabat to return, but his ankle injury does not allow him to be fully fit. We will see whether we rely on him from the start or during the match.”
Regragui concluded, “Saiss is also recovering well, and that is the latest on injuries.”
Q&A
What is the latest on Sofyan Amrabat's injury status for Morocco's AFCON quarter-final?
Coach Regragui confirmed Amrabat is not fully fit due to an ankle injury. A decision is pending on whether he starts or comes on as a substitute against Cameroon, highlighting the team's cautious approach.
How does Hamza Eghaman's return impact Morocco's squad depth for the Cameroon match?
Hamza Eghaman has fully recovered and is available for selection. His return provides a significant boost to Morocco's options, especially after benefiting from five additional recovery days before the crucial quarter-final.
