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Morocco Captain Saiss Retires After Injury-Plagued Career
24 Feb
Summary
- Captain Romain Saiss announced his retirement from international football.
- He cited repeated injuries as a major factor in his decision.
- Saiss led Morocco to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals.
Veteran Moroccan footballer Romain Saiss has announced his retirement from international football. The 35-year-old defender, who also served as captain, made the emotional announcement on social media, calling it the "most beautiful chapter" of his career.
Saiss's decision follows a history of injuries, including a recent setback in the Africa Cup of Nations where he played only 18 minutes due to a thigh issue. This period of absence was preceded by an 18-month layoff due to injury, during which he had captained Morocco to the prestigious 2022 World Cup semi-finals.
Despite his departure from the national team, Saiss expressed his continued support, stating, "I will now be your number one supporter." He confirmed he will still play for Qatar Stars League club Al Sadd. Saiss's retirement comes just three months before Morocco's participation in the upcoming World Cup.
