Inzaghi: "Bounou is a Great Goalkeeper and a Big Strength for Us"
06 February 2026at11:36
Simone Inzaghi, Al-Hilal's coach, praised the performance of Moroccan Yassine Bounou with the team, following their six-nil victory over Al-Okhdood in matchweek 21 of the Saudi League.
Speaking at the post-match press conference, as reported by Al-Riyadh newspaper, Inzaghi said: "Yassine Bounou is a great goalkeeper and a big strength for us."
Inzaghi also commended Mohammed Al-Rubaie, who deputized for Yassine Bounou during his participation with the Moroccan national team in the Africa Cup of Nations, stating: "His replacement, Al-Rubaie, also delivered an excellent performance, playing nearly eight matches and covering for Bounou's absence in the best possible way."
Q&A
What did Al-Hilal coach Simone Inzaghi say about Yassine Bounou?
Simone Inzaghi lauded Yassine Bounou as a 'great goalkeeper and a big strength' for Al-Hilal, emphasizing his importance following their commanding 6-0 victory in the Saudi League.
Who deputized for Yassine Bounou during his AFCON participation?
Mohammed Al-Rubaie effectively covered for Bounou during his Africa Cup of Nations absence, delivering excellent performances over nearly eight matches for Al-Hilal.
