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Ounahi: From Obscurity to World Cup Stardom
13 Jun
Summary
- Azzedine Ounahi emerged as a global star during Morocco's 2022 World Cup run.
- His elusive dribbling style contrasts with his slight physique.
- Ounahi has revitalized his career with Girona after setbacks at Marseille.
Azzedine Ounahi's remarkable emergence during the 2022 World Cup captured global attention, with Spain's coach Luis Enrique famously questioning his origins after witnessing his standout performance. Ounahi, once unknown outside France, became a symbol of Morocco's historic semi-final advancement.
His playing style is defined by an unusual lightness and elusive dribbling, contrasting with his slender physique. Instead of relying on power, Ounahi outmaneuvers opponents, a trait honed through his development in Morocco and France's lower divisions.
After his World Cup success, Ounahi joined Marseille but faced hurdles including injuries and instability. A loan to Panathinaikos preceded a career resurgence at Girona, reigniting interest from top European clubs like Manchester City.
Ounahi's consistent form for the national team remains a constant. He represents a new era for Moroccan football, embodying the generation that achieved unprecedented heights in Qatar.
