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Nayef Aguerd Returns to Training Ahead of Morocco’s Mali Friendly

Morocco have no injury concerns ahead of their friendly against Mali, with Nayef Aguerd now ready to return after completing a tailored recovery programme.

By the Atlas Lions Editorial Desk2 Oct 2026How we report

Morocco are continuing preparations for their upcoming friendly against Mali in a positive atmosphere, with the latest updates confirming that the national team have no injury concerns ahead of the match.

The squad is expected to train together on Thursday, with Nayef Aguerd also set to rejoin the group after completing a special recovery programme.

A Full Squad Back Together

The return of the centre-back means Mohamed Ouahbi should have his full group available for the final stages of preparation.

The defender remained in Morocco during the trip to South Africa for the 2–0 victory over Lesotho, allowing him to continue his individual recovery programme at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maâmora.

He has now completed that protocol and is considered ready to return to collective work.

Positive News From the Camp

The latest information from the national team camp indicates that no new injuries have been recorded among the players.

That gives the coaching staff greater flexibility ahead of the friendly and allows the focus to remain on preparation rather than managing fitness concerns.

With the squad back together, the coming training sessions will be important for assessing each player's physical condition and readiness.

Focus Shifts to the Friendly

The coaching staff are continuing to work on both the physical and tactical aspects of the team's preparation.

After securing victories over Gabon and Lesotho in their opening AFCON 2027 qualifiers, the Atlas Lions will now use the friendly as another opportunity to test the squad and maintain their momentum during the international window.

The return of the experienced defender adds another option to the back line and gives Ouahbi more flexibility when selecting his team.

Another Opportunity for Ouahbi

The upcoming match also provides the coach with an opportunity to assess different combinations and give players valuable minutes.

With the squad now expected to train together, the final sessions will help determine which players are ready to feature and how the team will approach the encounter.

For the Atlas Lions, the priority is to maintain their positive rhythm while continuing to build toward the challenges ahead.

Morocco Prepare for Mali

The friendly against Mali will be Morocco's final match of the current international window.

With the squad reporting no new injuries and Aguerd back in contention, preparations can continue with the group at full strength.

The focus now turns to the final tactical details before Morocco return to action in Tangier.

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