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Morocco Fitness Coach Dominguez: Diaz 'Very Affected' After AFCON Final Panenka Miss

Morocco Fitness Coach Dominguez: Diaz 'Very Affected' After AFCON Final Panenka Miss

T.E (Elbotola)
24 February 2026at00:42

Spanish Eduardo Dominguez, the fitness coach for the Moroccan national team, has revealed details about the psychological state experienced by player Brahim Diaz following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, where he missed a penalty kick with a "Panenka" attempt.

Speaking to "El Larguero," Dominguez stated, "I wouldn't wish what Diaz went through even on my enemies, because it was a very difficult and extremely intense moment for him."

He added, "I remember that every player quickly retreated to his room after the match. There was a great deal of confusion and uncertainty; we didn't know what would happen. The last conversation I had with Diaz was when we bid him farewell at the airport; he was very affected."

Dominguez concluded, "In such moments, there is little one can say to someone going through this state and who has a lot to process in their mind."

How did Brahim Diaz cope after missing his penalty in the AFCON final?

Morocco's fitness coach, Eduardo Dominguez, described Brahim Diaz as 'very affected' and experiencing an 'extremely intense moment' after his Panenka penalty miss, retreating to his room post-match.

What did Morocco's fitness coach say about Brahim Diaz's psychological state?

Eduardo Dominguez stated he wouldn't wish what Diaz endured on anyone, noting the player was 'very affected' when they last spoke at the airport, indicating a difficult processing period.
Brahim Díaz
Morocco
CAF Africa Cup of Nations

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