Abdessamad Ezzalzouli likens Betis support to Morocco’s national passion

Morocco international Abdessamad Ezzalzouli says the atmosphere created by Real Betis supporters rivals that of his national side, describing the Andalusian club’s fans as the most impressive in Spain and comparable in passion to those backing Morocco.

Speaking to the club’s official media channel, the winger highlighted the intensity and emotion he feels from the stands, arguing that such support has a direct impact on player performance.

He said the enthusiasm shown by Betis followers mirrors the energy he associates with representing the national team.

Ezzalzouli stressed that this environment is something he values deeply as a player. According to him, the vocal encouragement from supporters helps maintain momentum during matches and motivates the squad to sustain high levels of commitment.

He underlined that the similarity between the club’s fanbase and those of the Moroccan national team lies in their shared passion and emotional investment in every moment of play.

For the forward, that connection is not only symbolic but practical. He believes the atmosphere created by the crowd can influence the tempo and confidence of the players on the pitch.

The comparison places Betis supporters alongside those of the Morocco national football team — widely known as the Atlas Lions — in terms of their vocal presence and collective energy.

Beyond the stands, Ezzalzouli also reflected on his relationships inside the dressing room.

He named Cédric Bakambu as the teammate he is closest to away from competition, noting that the pair spend significant time together at the club’s Seville training base.

Bakambu, who has recently been involved with his national side during the Africa Cup of Nations hosted in Morocco, is described by Ezzalzouli as a regular companion during training periods.

Taken together, the winger’s remarks offer a snapshot of how he views both the external support structure around the club and the internal bonds within the squad.

For Ezzalzouli, the shared passion between supporters and players remains central to performance, reinforcing his belief that Betis’ fan culture stands shoulder to shoulder with the fervour he experiences on international duty.