Neil El Aynaoui
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Three tackles Thursday
El Aynaoui had one shot (zero on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 loss versus France.
Analysis: El Aynaoui had a rough day for Morocco as they exited the tournament, recording only a shot and three tackles while committing four fouls. This goes along with most of the midfielders' performances this tournament, earning a couple of solid bays in the defense while being the backbone of the midfield, although unable to get much going in the attack. That said, he heads home without a goal contribution at the World Cup.
Strong defensive output in win
El Aynaoui registered seven clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Canada.
Analysis: El Aynaoui was forced to play a bit more defensively in this game, but that translated into the Roma midfielder setting a new tournament-high mark in clearances. El Aynaoui has started every game for Morocco in the World Cup and has gone the full 90 four times, so he should be one of the first names on the team sheet for the quarterfinals next week. Through five outings, he has six shots, three chances created, 12 clearances, 16 tackles and eight interceptions.
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