Ayyoub Bouaddi
Ayyoub Bouaddi, Morocco's 18-year-old sensation in World Cup
Who is Ayyoub Bouaddi, Morocco's 18-year-old sensation in World Cup?
There's a rising star in the World Cup, and his name is Ayyoub Bouaddi.
Soccer fans around the world got a glimpse of stardom in Morocco's opening match of the tournament, when the Atlas Lions stood tall in an entertaining battle that ended in a 1-1 draw. In the match, Bouaddi stood out, playing an excellent brand of ball and impacting the game in several ways, all at the young age of 18.
After an impressive first match, people are now awaiting to see what Bouaddi can do next. Here is what to know about the teenager coming up big for Morocco:
Who is Ayyoub Bouaddi?
Bouaddi is a midfielder for the Morocco men's national team.
Ayyoub Bouaddi age
Bouaddi is 18 years old.
Where is Ayyoub Bouaddi from?
Bouaddi is from Senlis, France. He plays for Lille in France's Ligue 1.
How does Ayyoub Bouaddi play for Morocco?
Even though he's from France and still plays in his home country, Bouaddi decided in May to play for Morocco. He is able to play for Morocco because his parents are from the country.
When he revealed his decision, he posted on Instagram a photo from his youth, wearing a Morocco kit.
“The coach and the president told me immediately that choosing Morocco was the right decision and that I would receive an incredible welcome,” Bouaddi explained of his decision, according to Morocco World News. "They did not lie. The welcome has been incredible, the facilities are top-level, the team is fantastic, so everything is perfect. I am very happy to represent my country, Morocco."