Yassine Bounou
GK
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Apr 5, 1991 (35)
Left
6'5"
172 lb
Allows two against France
Bono had six saves and allowed two goals in Thursday's 2-0 defeat to France.
Analysis: Bono had a great night as he stopped a penalty and multiple attempts by France. However, it was not enough, as two wonderful strikes would make it past him in the loss. This does end his World Cup after six matches and a run to the quarterfinals, a great achievement for the African side. He would record two clean sheets in his six appearances, allowing six goals while making 15 saves.
Keeps clean sheet vs. Canada
Bono registered three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 3-0 win against Canada.
Analysis: Bono was busy in the early stages of the match, but the veteran goalkeeper stepped up every time the team needed him to do so. Bounou has kept two clean sheets in five appearances in the tournament while averaging 1.8 saves per match, and he'll be in line for a busier outing in the quarterfinals next week.
Saves penalty to help win shootout
Bono had one save and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout victory versus Netherlands.
Analysis: Bounou helped Morocco to progress to the round of 1, where they will now play against Canada. The keeper made one save during the 120 minutes of regular time and extra time, but did save the penalty of Crysencio Summerville, which allowed Ismael Saiibari to score the wining penalty.
Nets own goal in win
Bono recorded one save, two goals allowed and an own goal in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Haiti.
Analysis: Bono would have a rough match as he took the field against Haiti, with the goalie only making one save while allowing two goals. However, the worst part comes in how one of the goals was scored, as it would be an own goal from Bono. He will now prepare for the knockouts as Morocco quickly celebrate group stage survival, runners-up to Brazil in Group C.
Quiet clean sheet against Scotland
Bono made zero saves on his way to a clean sheet in Friday's 1-0 win over Scotland.
Analysis: Bono was not required to make a single save Friday as Morocco got the win, earning a clean sheet in the process. This comes with a strong display from the defense in front of him, although he is unlikely to see a stat line like this again at the World Cup. However, another clean sheet could come in the group stage finale, as they face Haiti on June 24.
Beaten once vs. Brazil
Bono made four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brazil.
Analysis: Bono couldn't do much on Vinicius Junior's goal, but he was solid the rest of the way and responded when required. The Al-Hilal goalkeeper should have a clean sheet within reach in his next two contests against Scotland and Haiti on June 19 and June 24, respectively.
Plays full 90
Bono (back) started and played the full 90 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Norway.
Analysis: Bono was back on the field for a pre-World Cup friendly Sunday as he featured in net, starting and playing the entire game. This is a major return for the club after he dealt with some back issues, as the goalie is set to be their starter in net. After a great run at Euro 2024, Morocco will need their starting keeper if they want to make another deep run into the tournament.
Dealing with back discomfort
Bono was sidelined in Tuesday's friendly game versus Madagascar due to an apparently minor back issue, with coach Mohamed Ouahbi stating that "Bono simply felt a slight discomfort in his back, but there's really nothing serious. It's been two days. Normally, we wait 48 hours before resuming proper training.", per FRMFXtra.
Analysis: Bono failed to get involved in Morocco's penultimate practice match before their World Cup opener against Brazil, and it was Munir El Kajoui who took his place between the posts. While the usual starter is expected to recover in time to play in the major competition, he'll need to increase his workload after being unable to train due to the issue, so he could remain out in friendly action. He'll likely play a key role for the squad after recording 14 clean sheets in 26 Saudi Pro League appearances in the 2025/26 season.
Will play key role for Morocco
Bounou will start between the posts for Morocco and should play a key role in their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
Analysis: Bounou is coming off another impressive season in the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League, keeping 14 clean sheets and allowing just 20 goals in 26 league appearances for Al-Hilal. The veteran goalkeeper was one of Morocco's standout performers in the 2022 World Cup, where Morocco reached the semifinals, and the team will probably rely on him once again to thrive as the last line of defense.
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