FIFA World Cup: Morocco’s Ayyoub Bouaddi enters record books as second-youngest quarter-finalist behind Pele

Opta: Ayyoub Bouaddi Becomes Second-Youngest Player to Feature in a World Cup Quarter-Final

Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi added another achievement to his record by becoming the second-youngest player ever to...

FIFA World Cup: Morocco’s Ayyoub Bouaddi enters record books as second-youngest quarter-finalist behind Pele

Football News: Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi etched his name into football record books on Thursday night, becoming the second-youngest player ever to feature i.

World Cup 2026: Morocco’s teen Ayyoub Bouaddi sets African record

Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has made FIFA World Cup history, becoming the first African player to make five World Cup appearances as a teenager. The 18-year-old reached the landmark during Morocco’s quarter-final clash against France on Thursday, July 9, 2026. At 18 years and 280 days old, the Lille midfielder has been one of the standout young performers of the tournament, starting four of Morocco’s five matches. Born on October 2, 2007, …

Morocco star makes history as first African teenager to play 5 games

Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi became the first African teenager to make five World Cup appearances, starring in the Atlas Lions' historic run.