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Spanish sports daily AS has backed Brahim Díaz’s decision to represent Morocco, arguing that his choice has already been validated by his performances in the tournament currently being played in Morocco. In its report, AS frames Díaz as a centerpiece of Walid Regragui’s project and points to Morocco’s opener as a clear example of why the federation pushed hard to secure him.
What AS Actually Reported
AS states that since Díaz’s first match with Morocco in March 2024, he has produced 9 goals in 16 appearances, describing the output as proof of his “primordial” role in the national team. The newspaper also highlights how the number 10 shirt has become a symbol of his status, presenting him as a headline figure “alongside Achraf” within Morocco’s attacking identity.
AS further underlines the political and sporting weight attached to Morocco hosting the tournament, arguing that Díaz’s presence has become “more than fundamental” for the Lions.
Diario AS
Cross-Checking the Match Facts
Independent match coverage supports the core on-pitch details referenced by AS: in Morocco’s opening game against Comoros in Rabat, Díaz scored to break the deadlock in the 55th minute, after Morocco had earlier missed a penalty.
Taken together, AS’s claims about Díaz’s international scoring rate and his decisive opener align with verified reporting on the match itself, reinforcing the narrative that his Morocco choice has quickly become a high-impact football decision.
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