In less than a month, Morocco will kick off “its” CAN. Big favorites for the final victory, the Atlas Lions could have to do without Achraf Hakimi and Nayef Aguerd, both injured and uncertain for the tournament. Walid Regragui has until December 11 to give his final list (23 players). And a little kid would like to see his name.
This is Yassir Zabiri. Among the great architects of Morocco’s coronation at the U20 World Cup, the 20-year-old striker finished top scorer in the competition, with 5 goals in 7 matches, including 2 in the final against Argentina. Enough to see him compete in the CAN with the A team? The Famalicao player hopes so.
“ Honestly, I feel ready today, but the selections do not depend on me: they depend on coach Regragui, Zabiri told the daily
A.S.. The final decision is his. He spoke to us after the U20 World Cup, telling us to return to our clubs, to continue playing as starters and that he could call us at any time. I want to score with my club and show Walid my abilities. Because having a good U20 World Cup does not guarantee that we have the level required for the national team. »
“I don’t consider the national team as something distant”
“I don’t see the national team as something distant, he added. I know the players, they are like my brothers, and I wouldn’t change my personality if they called me. Is there anyone who doesn’t dream of playing in an African Cup in their country? It’s something very important, and we want to win the title. This is the main objective. Whether I’m there or not, the important thing is that Morocco wins the cup. And that will depend on Walid. I will do my best to be selected for the national team and make the public happy. »
It remains to be seen what Walid Regragui thinks, who will have the last word. One thing is certain, there is not much time left for Yassir Zabiri to shine. For the moment, it does not count
