Tensions have escalated between Hassan Benabicha and Mehdi Benatia, leading to a rift that may keep them apart for the foreseeable future. Following harsh remarks exchanged in the media, it seems unlikely that the two will reconcile anytime soon. Reports indicate that Morocco’s interim coach has made the decision to exclude Benatia from the upcoming squad.
Morocco is set to play Gabon in a friendly match on March 5 as part of FIFA Day. According to LionsdelAtlas, which broke the news, “Hassan Benabicha, frustrated by Mehdi Benatia’s behavior and statements, has ultimately chosen to omit the Roma player from the list of players called up for the upcoming friendly.”
This development isn’t entirely surprising, given that Benatia had already hinted at his reluctance to answer the coach’s summons. With the African Cup of Nations looming, tensions within the Lions of the Atlas team seem to be running deep.
