Marwane Saadane

Called up for World Cup

Saadane has been called up to Morocco's World Cup squad as a direct replacement for the injured Nayef Aguerd, according to Hanif Ben Berkane of Foot Mercato.

Analysis: Saadane's inclusion gives coach Mohamed Ouahbi additional defensive cover at center-back following the double blow of losing both Nayef Aguerd (pubalgia) and Ez Abde (knee) to injury in the buildup to the tournament. The defender now joins the Atlas Lions squad ahead of their World Cup opener against Brazil, with Morocco hoping he can provide quality cover behind the first-choice defensive options throughout the competition.