Khalid Askri, the Moroccan goalkeeper, became famous for a memorable blunder during a penalty shootout in September 2010, where he celebrated prematurely, allowing the ball to enter the net. However, after a journey through the desert and playing for various clubs, Askri became the hero for Raja Casablanca at the 2013 Club World Cup.
Joining Raja Casablanca in 2012, Askri’s performance in the quarter-finals against Monterrey earned him the title of “Man of the Match.” Reflecting on his past blunders, Askri noted that those incidents made him known globally, with support from goalkeepers like Gianluigi Buffon.
Confident before the competition, Askri aims to contribute to Raja Casablanca’s success in the Club World Cup, with the team facing Atletico Mineiro on Wednesday. Despite past setbacks, Askri is determined to showcase his goalkeeping skills and help his team qualify for the final.
