Wahbi: "El Aynaoui Contracted a Simple Virus, Bounou Felt Back Discomfort But Nothing Serious"

Morocco national team coach Mohamed Wahbi addressed the health status of both Naïl El Aynaoui and goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, assuring that there is no cause for concern.

Speaking at the press conference following the 4-0 victory over Madagascar, Wahbi stated: "He was a little sick. We didn't want to take any risks, so we had to isolate him. It's a simple virus, nothing serious."

He continued: "Bounou only felt a slight discomfort in his back, but truly nothing serious. This was two days ago. We usually wait 48 hours before returning to normal training. Again, we didn't want to take any risks, and this is also important."

Wahbi added: "This is what I try to make clear to the players: everyone is ready, and everyone must be ready. The moment we don't want to take risks, it doesn't mean that because we are playing an international match today, I wouldn't dare to involve the available goalkeepers or other available players."

The coach concluded: "Everyone must feel involved, everyone must feel like a starter, and everyone must feel capable of playing."