Ayyoub Bouaddi makes World Cup history as he debuts for Morocco
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old midfielder, made his World Cup debut for Morocco against France in the quarter-finals on July 9, 2026. He is now the second-youngest player to appear in a World Cup quarter-final, following Pelé. Bouaddi, born in the Paris region and previously part of the French youth system, switched his international allegiance to Morocco earlier this year. Since being called up, he has earned eight caps, with five coming during the tournament. Bouaddi's performance reflects his rapid rise in international football.
- •Bouaddi is 18 years and 280 days old at his debut.
- •He is the second-youngest to play in a quarter-final.
- •Previously played for France's U-21 team before switching allegiance.
- •This World Cup marks Bouaddi's first senior tournament with Morocco.
- •He has gained caps rapidly since his call-up.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Bouaddi joins Pelé in World Cup history books
"From the moment referee Facundo Tello blew the whistle to get the 2026 World Cup quarter-final between France and Morocco under way, Ayyoub Bouaddi had already secured his place in World Cup history.A...
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