Marouane Chamakh will be absent from Morocco’s upcoming friendly against Gabon on March 5 due to a thigh injury. This setback comes at a time when Morocco is already dealing with the absence of several key players who were not called up for the match, including Benatia and Belhanda.
Chamakh’s absence is particularly disappointing as it would have been an opportunity for him to make his return to the national team after a hiatus of two years. His previous absence from the squad was attributed to a combination of limited playing time at his club, particularly during his time at Arsenal, and conflicts with former coach Rachid Taoussi.
Unfortunately for Chamakh, his injury comes on the heels of being targeted by his club for simulation during a recent match against Swansea. This further compounds his current situation, preventing him from representing his country in the upcoming friendly fixture.
