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Noussair Mazraoui injury update ahead of World Cup opener for Morocco

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Noussair Mazraoui injury update ahead of World Cup opener for Morocco

Summary

Noussair Mazraoui, the Manchester United defender, suffered an upper arm injury during Morocco's 1-1 friendly draw against Norway on Sunday. He was substituted after just 30 minutes of play, raising concerns about his availability for Morocco's World Cup opener against Brazil on Saturday. Despite the injury, ESPN reports that Mazraoui is expected to recover in time for the match. A source indicated he will resume training in the coming days following a partial shoulder dislocation, but the severity of the injury and its impact on his playing time remain unconfirmed. Morocco also awaits further assessment on teammate Abde Ezzalzouli's injury.

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Status Watch

•Mazraoui injured during friendly against Norway
•Expected to recover before World Cup opener
•Morocco plays Brazil on Saturday
•Ezzalzouli's injury status also under review
•Mazraoui prefers playing right full-back position

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5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Huge Noussair Mazraoui injury update ahead of Morocco’s World Cup campaign

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A big injury update has been provided on Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui ahead of Morocco’s participation in the World Cup in North America.Injury fearsMazraoui sustained an injury on S...
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