Mountakhab 2026: Ayoub El Kaabi, bicycle-kick king of the Atlas Lions

From the carpentry workshops of Mediouna on the outskirts of Casablanca to European podiums and the spotlight of the World Cup, Ayoub El Kaabi has carved out an extraordinary path that defies every ready-made template for a star’s rise.

Ayoub El Kaabi named 2024 Greek League foreign player of the year

Moroccan footballer Ayoub El Kaabi joins Wydad of Casablanca

Moroccan World Cup player Ayoub El Kaabi joins Hebei China