Fatooh (Egypt Player) on AFCON 2021: "The Day Before the Morocco Match, I Told Players I'd Show Them What I'd Do to Hakimi"
T.E (Elbotola)
13 May 2026at15:38
Ahmed Fatooh, the Egyptian national team player, has revisited the details of his confrontation with Achraf Hakimi during the match between the Moroccan and Egyptian national teams in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations "Cameroon 2021".
Fatooh stated in an interview with Egyptian channel "On Sport": "The day before the Morocco match, Zizo and some players came to me and asked what I was thinking about. They found me listening to music and told me, 'You're playing against Hakimi.' I replied, 'No problem, I'll show you what I'll do to Hakimi in the match.'"
The Egyptian national team had defeated their Moroccan counterparts 2-1 in the quarter-finals of AFCON Cameroon 2021, before losing the final match to the Senegalese national team.
What did Ahmed Fatooh say about facing Achraf Hakimi at AFCON 2021?
Ahmed Fatooh expressed extreme confidence to his teammates the day before the Egypt vs. Morocco quarter-final. He told them he would show them what he would do to Hakimi during the match itself, dismissing any concerns about the formidable opponent.
How did Egypt perform against Morocco in the AFCON 2021 quarter-finals?
The Egyptian national team secured a 2-1 victory over their Moroccan counterparts in the Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 quarter-finals. This crucial win allowed them to advance further into the prestigious continental tournament.
What was the Egyptian national team's overall performance in AFCON 2021?
The Egyptian national team had a strong run in AFCON 2021, successfully defeating Morocco in the quarter-finals. Their impressive campaign saw them ultimately reach the final match of the tournament, showcasing their competitive spirit.
