The Moroccan national team has managed to add a new football talent to its ranks, following the decision of Belgian-Moroccan player Ismail Baouf to represent the “Lions of the Atlas” at international level.
Ismail Baouf, defender of Belgian club Anderlecht, has decided to represent the Moroccan national team instead of the Belgian national team, according to what was confirmed by his father, former player Rachid Baouf.
Informed sources reported that Ismail, who represented Belgium in the U-15 to U-19 age groups, chose to represent the ‘Lions of the Atlas’ after receiving an invitation from the Royal League Moroccan footballer, despite her previous experience within the Belgian Sunni national team. teams.
Baouf’s father released statements confirming that “Ismail chose Morocco with all his heart and soul”, highlighting the family’s pride in this decision which reflects the player’s belonging to Morocco.
Baouf had already worn the Moroccan national team jersey during an under-20 friendly match against the France team, a first experience reinforced by the confirmation of his recent decision.
Ismaïl Baouf
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation is seeking to integrate a number of young talents with dual nationality, as part of its strategy to strengthen the Moroccan national team.
