Houcine Ammouta, the esteemed former coach of Wydad de Casablanca and the victorious leader of the A’ selection in CHAN 2020, made a significant revelation. Ammouta disclosed that he had declined the esteemed position of the coach of the national A team of Morocco, a role currently held by Walid Regragui.
The revelation unfolded as Ammouta candidly shared insights into the circumstances that led him to turn down this prestigious offer.
According to the seasoned coach, Fouzi Lekjaa, the president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), extended the opportunity for him to assume the helm of the Atlas Lions.
Despite the honor associated with such a role, Ammouta, for personal reasons, opted not to embrace the proposition.
“I could have become Morocco coach, but I refused for personal reasons and I was not mentally ready. But the opportunity will present itself again, insha’Allah,” confided the former attacking midfielder during the interview.
While the exact date of the offer remains unspecified, Ammouta left the door open for a potential future opportunity.
Houcine Ammouta’s decision not only reflects his commitment to prioritizing personal considerations but also underscores the mental readiness required for such a significant coaching role.
As the football community awaits the unfolding of future developments, Ammouta’s revelation adds a layer of intrigue to the dynamics surrounding the leadership of Morocco’s national A team.
Ammouta 🎙: “I could become national coach of Morocco but I refused, for private reasons and I was not mentally ready for it. But the opportunity will come again Insh Allah” pic.twitter.com/JTqlhT1OHi
— 11LIONS.NL🦁 (@11LionsNL) February 22, 2024
