Ajax winger Abdellah Ouazane, 17 years old, has received his first-ever call-up to the senior Morocco national team. National coach Mohamed Ouahbi included the young attacker in his 29-man squad announced for the upcoming international break, marking a major milestone in the teenager's fast-rising career.
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Ouazane is among five fresh faces brought into the squad this time around. He now has a genuine shot at making his senior international debut, with Morocco set to feature in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Gabon and Lesotho, alongside a friendly clash with Ghana.
From Amsterdam Streets to Morocco's National Colours
Ouazane was born and raised in Amsterdam, and he came through several youth ranks with the Netherlands before eventually deciding where his international loyalties would lie.
The Dutch football federation, the KNVB, reportedly tried hard to keep him in their system, but Ouazane ultimately chose to commit his future to Morocco instead.
That choice wasn't out of nowhere. He'd already turned out for Morocco's under-17 side and impressed plenty of people while doing so, netting three goals at the 2025 U17 World Cup.
His performances clearly caught the eye of the coaching staff, so much so that Ouahbi made a personal trip to Amsterdam just to watch Ouazane play live during Ajax's Conference League playoff clash against FC Sion.
A Breakout Season Under Michel Sanchez
Back at club level, things have been going rather well for the young winger. Under new Ajax boss Michel Sanchez, Ouazane has been given real chances to shine this season.
He made his first Eredivisie appearance against PEC Zwolle and has continued to build on that since.
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