France-born Bouaddi approved to play for Morocco before World Cup
Ayyoub Bouaddi, a France-born midfielder, has been approved to represent Morocco in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation confirmed that FIFA has granted him the change of sporting nationality. Bouaddi, who previously played for the French under-21 team, is now eligible to compete for Morocco in international competitions.
- ▪Ayyoub Bouaddi has switched allegiance from France to Morocco before the 2026 World Cup.
- ▪The Royal Moroccan Football Federation received approval from FIFA for Bouaddi's nationality change.
- ▪Bouaddi plays for French Ligue 1 club Lille and was born to Moroccan parents.
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