El Ouahdi: 'I Wanted to Be a Police Officer if Not a Footballer, My Life Motto Is 'Do the Right Things and Listen to Your Parents''
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23 April 2026at22:35
Moroccan international Zakaria El Ouahdi, who plays for Belgian club Genk, revealed that he would have pursued a career as a policeman if he hadn't become a footballer. He also stated that his life motto is to "do the right things" and "listen to your parents."
During an interview with DAZN, El Ouahdi was asked about the profession he would have pursued had he not become a footballer. He responded, saying: "There's always a backup plan. I wanted to be a policeman."
He further added, "The actor who would portray me? My favorite actor has always been Jason Statham. My motto in life is: 'Do the right things and listen to your parents.'"
Q&A
What did Zakaria El Ouahdi want to be if not a footballer?
Zakaria El Ouahdi revealed his alternative career aspiration if football hadn't worked out, stating he would have pursued a profession as a police officer. He shared this surprising personal detail during a recent media appearance.
What is Zakaria El Ouahdi's life motto?
Zakaria El Ouahdi's life motto is centered on making good choices and respecting parental guidance. He believes in doing the right things and listening to his parents, a principle he shared during an interview.
What other personal detail did Zakaria El Ouahdi reveal during his interview?
During his interview, Zakaria El Ouahdi also shared another personal detail, naming his favorite actor. He mentioned a well-known action star as the person he would choose to portray him in a film.
