Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Olympiakos Piraeus · World Cup · Attacker · #9 · Morocco · 32 yrs
A. El Kaabi plays as an attacker for Olympiakos Piraeus. A. El Kaabi is a represents Morocco, 32 years old, attacker, currently at Olympiakos Piraeus. A. El Kaabi wears shirt number 9 for Olympiakos Piraeus. A. El Kaabi was born in Casablanca, Morocco on 1993-06-25. A. El Kaabi is 182 cm tall and weighs 79 kg. A. El Kaabi's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across World Cup, World Cup - Qualification Africa, Super League 1, CAF Champions League, and other leagues. A. El Kaabi's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore A. El Kaabi season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2026 |  Morocco MAR |
| 2025 | Morocco MAR |
| 2025 |  Olympiakos Piraeus OLY |
| 2024 | Morocco MAR |
| 2024 | Olympiakos Piraeus OLY |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-06 | Free |  Al Sadd SAD | Olympiakos Piraeus OLY |
| 2023-03-02 | N/A |  Hatayspor HAT | Al Sadd SAD |
| 2021-08-20 | Free |  Wydad AC WYD | Hatayspor HAT |
Season intelligence
Profile as Attacker: defensive work, high usage. Archetype: Ball-winning midfielder. Season rating 6.2.
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How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
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Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
Tackles, duels, and off-ball defensive contribution.
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Morocco will be facing France for the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals with Ismael Saibari being one of the main absences for the game. Morocco opens the quarterfinal round of the 2026 World Cup against France on Thursday, July 10th, at Boston Stadium, but the Atlas Lions will be without Ismael Saibari, one of their most dangerous attacking weapons for the biggest game of their tournament. Saibari won’t be taking part of the game against France due to an injury. The striker suffered a discomfort in his hamstring during Morocco’s 3-0 Round of 16 win over Canada, which forced him off the field as early as the 22nd minute, and has been unable to recover in time for the quarterfinal clash with Les Bleus. Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi addressed the situation at Wednesday’s pre-match press conference: “Everyone is available for the match, except for Ismael Saibari, for whom this game comes too soon, although he is not ruled out for the rest of the competition, I hope.“ Saibari has been one of the standout performers of the tournament, carrying the form he showed at PSV Eindhoven during the 2025-26 season directly into the World Cup. He scored in every group stage match and converted the decisive penalty in the shootout victory over the Netherlands in the Round of 32. Ismael Saibari #11 (C) of Morocco reacts after sustaining an injury against Canada. His performances have attracted major attention off the field as well, with Bayern Munich announcing his signing in the middle of the tournament. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal was completed for a fee of €55 million, making it the second most expensive transfer involving a Moroccan player, behind only the €60 million PSG paid Inter Milan for Achraf Hakimi. Who will replace Saibari against France? Having missed the 2022 World Cup, Saibari has established himself as Morocco’s undisputed first-choice striker, registering 12 goals in 35 international appearances. Two names stand out as candidates to fill the void against France. The frontrunner is Soufiane Rahimi, who has come off the bench in each of Saibari’s absences throughout the tournament, picking up minutes against Brazil, Scotland, and Canada, where he contributed a goal and an assist. The other option, though considered less likely, is Ayoub El Kaabi, who started against Haiti when qualification was already secured and the pressure was off.
Morocco and Haiti are clashing in Group C of the 2026 World Cup, with Achraf Hakimi's presence in the game being key to secure the first place. Morocco and Haiti are clashing on Wednesday, June 24th, for Matchday 3 in Group C of the 2026 World Cup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. With first place in the group up for grabs, the presence of captain and star Achraf Hakimi is a major talking point among Morocco fans. Achraf Hakimi has been included in the starting XI for the game against Haiti. The PSG right-back completed the full 90 minutes in the last two World Cup matches and has been training alongside his teammates, meaning he will be ready to start the final game of the group phase. Morocco has already put itself on the brink of the next round after a 1-0 win against Scotland in Matchday 2. On the other hand, Haiti’s dreams of reaching the next phase have taken a massive blow, as they are already eliminated from the World Cup following a 3-0 loss to Brazil. At the moment, the Atlas Lions and Brazil are sitting at the top of the group with four points each. With Brazil currently holding the edge on goal difference, Morocco’s task, should the South American nation win its game against Scotland, is to win and score as many goals as possible to claim first place. Players of Morocco celebrate the team’s 1-0 victory against Scotland. Morocco and Haiti to clash for the first time With Morocco turning into one of the most dominant sides in Africa, and Haiti competing in its second World Cup after its debut in 1974, the truth is both nations have never played each other. This Matchday 3 game in Group C will mark the first time Morocco and Haiti face off on a soccer pitch. Confirmed lineups for Morocco and Haiti Morocco’s confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Yassine Bounou; Achraf Hakimi, Redouane Halhal, Chadi Riad, Anass Salah-Eddine; Sofyan Amrabat, Neil El Aynaoui; Brahim Diaz, Ismael Saibari, Bilal El Khannouss; Ayoub El Kaabi.Head coach: Mohamed Ouahbi. Haiti’s confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Johny Placide; Jean-Kevin Duverne, Ricardo Ade, Hannes Delcroix, Martin Experience; Josue Casimir, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Danley Jean Jacques, Ruben Providence; Wilson Isidor, Lenny Joseph.Head coach: Sebastien Migne.
Full preview of Morocco for the 2026 World Cup, including squad breakdown, key players, and tactical analysis of their chances. Morocco enters the 2026 tournament carrying massive expectations following their historic fourth-place finish four years ago. Currently ranked eighth in the world, the Atlas Lions are no longer a surprise package. They are now a genuine heavyweight on the international stage. Despite a shocking coaching change just three months before the competition, the roster remains loaded with elite talent. Many squad members compete at the highest levels of European club soccer. This World Cup 2026 team preview breaks down how the North African side plans to navigate Group C. We will highlight our Morocco tactical analysis, the impact of their new coach, and the Morocco key players who will define their summer. The pressure is firmly on to maintain their reputation as a global soccer power. Team profile CoachMohamed OuahbiCaptainAchraf HakimiNicknameThe Atlas LionsFIFA ranking8thConfederationCAFGroupGroup CBest World Cup resultFourth Place (2022)World Cup appearances7Last World Cup appearance2022 How Morocco play Morocco has evolved significantly since their defensive masterclass in 2022. They have transformed into a dominant, possession-based side. The preferred Morocco formation allows the team to dictate the tempo and break down low blocks effectively. During their recent qualification matches, the Atlas Lions averaged an impressive 5.9 shots on target per game. This highlights their newfound attacking intent. Striker Ayoub El Kaabi capitalized on this elite service, averaging 1.69 goals every 90 minutes during the continental qualifiers. Defensively, they remain resolute. The team utilizes a suffocating high press that limits opponent opportunities. However, the sudden managerial transition introduces some tactical uncertainty. Opponents might look to exploit any disorganization during defensive transitions. Ultimately, their ability to balance an aggressive attacking style with traditional defensive solidity will determine their tournament fate. Mohamed Ouahbi: The coach behind Morocco Mohamed Ouahbi takes charge of the national team just three months before the tournament begins. He replaces the highly successful Walid Regragui. Ouahbi steps into the spotlight after leading the under-20 side to a global championship in Chile last October. Morocco coach coach Mohamed Ouahbi (R) speaks to the media (Getty Images). The 49-year-old built his coaching foundation in Belgium. He worked his way up through youth academies at Maccabi Brussels and Anderlecht before joining the federation as a Morocco coach. He inherits a golden generation of players and a fully functioning locker room. While his tactical acumen is highly regarded, managing the intense media scrutiny of a senior international squad is difficult. Ouahbi’s ability to quickly implement his vision under immense pressure could define his team’s summer campaign. Key player: Achraf Hakimi Achraf Hakimi is the driving force for the Atlas Lions. He serves as team captain and their most dangerous wide threat. The Paris Saint-Germain defender brings elite pedigree to the squad, having won league titles in France and Italy. With 95 caps and 11 international goals, the 27-year-old right-back offers a complete athletic profile. His background as a winger allows him to provide dynamic, overlapping runs. These runs consistently overload opposing defenses down the right flank. Hakimi’s stamina, precise crossing, and defensive composure make him irreplaceable. If he were to suffer an injury, the team would lose its primary creative outlet and most experienced leader. Morocco’s road to the 2026 World Cup The Atlas Lions dominated their continental qualification group. They finished with a perfect record of eight wins from eight matches. Morocco became the first African nation to secure a spot in North America. They clinched qualification in September 2025 with a command
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