Azzedine Ounahi #8

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Nicknamed “The Bee” or “El Número Ocho” after Luis Enrique spoke highly of him following Morocco’s historic win against Spain in the Last 16 in Qatar, Ounahi is one of the most talented players in the Morocco squad. Yet his move to Marseille and subsequent loan to Panathinaikos did not help him showcase his quality. Last summer’s transfer to Girona was seen as a wake-up call for the midfielder. “I feel at ease here, I found my desire and my smile playing football,” he said after reviving his career in Catalonia. “I started working with a personal coach who is responsible for many things, including my diet and additional exercises. I train at the club in the morning and I practice with my coach in the evening. It helped me a lot, both physically and mentally.” His Afcon tournament last winter, with Morocco reaching the final, was cut short by injury.

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