Moroccan internationals Othmane Maâma and Chemseddine Talbi continue to make a strong impression in English football this season with consistent performances for their respective clubs, Watford FC and Sunderland FC.
Talbi, who was included in Walid Regragui’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, played a key role in Sunderland’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Burnley on Monday in an English Premier League fixture.
The Moroccan attacker crowned an excellent display by scoring a superb goal and was rewarded with the second-highest match rating, according to performance analysis platform SofaScore, underlining his fine form this campaign.
Meanwhile, Watford’s Othmane Maâma continues to shine in the English Championship. The Moroccan winger was recently named Player of the Month for December after delivering a series of standout performances that proved decisive for his club across multiple matches.
The strong showings from both players have reignited discussions among Moroccan fans on social media, with many questioning national team selection by coach Walid Regragui during the Africa Cup of Nations.
Supporters have voiced frustration over Talbi’s limited involvement during the tournament and the absence of Maâma from the squad, especially as both players continue to excel at club level in England.
