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Mazraoui, Talbi, and Salah-Eddine return to training for Morocco, Aguerd and Ezzalzouli remain doubtful for World Cup 2026
via Le Matin2 min read
Noussair Mazraoui, Chamseddine Talbi, and Anass Salah-Eddine have returned to training with the Moroccan national team at their New Jersey base, offering positive news regarding their physical condition. Mazraoui, a Manchester United full-back, resumed training less than 48 hours after sustaining a shoulder injury during the 1-1 draw against Norway, which was confirmed as a minor contusion. Sunderland winger Talbi and PSV Eindhoven player Salah-Eddine have also rejoined collective training. However, concerns persist for Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and Nayef Aguerd. Real Betis winger Ezzalzouli, who suffered a moderate knee ligament sprain against Norway, is expected to be out for two to four weeks, likely missing the group stage of World Cup 2026. Despite this, the medical staff intends to keep him with the squad in hopes of his return if Morocco qualifies for the round of 16. Central defender Aguerd is still undergoing rehabilitation after spring surgery and was absent from the latest collective training session. The technical staff remains optimistic about the Olympique de Marseille player's recovery timeline. The team's first World Cup match is scheduled for June 13 against Brazil at MetLife Stadium.
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