Noussair Mazraoui

Mazraoui has returned to training after working in the gym as a precaution following a shoulder injury sustained in the Norway friendly, and could be available for Morocco's World Cup opener against Brazil on Saturday, according to Manchester United.

Analysis: Mazraoui landed awkwardly on his shoulder during the 1-1 draw against Norway but has been carefully assessed by Morocco's medical team and retained in the squad, unlike teammates Nayef Aguerd (pubalgia) and Ez Abde (knee) who have been replaced. The Manchester United left-back is expected to be one of the first names in coach Mohamed Ouahbi's starting lineup and the Atlas Lions will be relieved to have their key defensive option available for what promises to be one of the most anticipated group stage fixtures of the entire tournament at the MetLife Stadium.

Jun 10, 2026

Returns to full training

Mazraoui (shoulder) returned to full team training Tuesday with no apparent discomfort, allaying any remaining concerns over the shoulder contusion he sustained during Sunday's friendly against Norway, according to Le360Sport.

Analysis: Mazraoui had been forced off during the 1-1 draw against Norway following a collision, but his participation in the collective session is the clearest sign yet that the injury poses no threat to his availability for Morocco's World Cup opener against Brazil. The left-back is expected to be one of the first names in coach Mohamed Ouahbi's starting lineup throughout the tournament, and his return to full training gives the Atlas Lions the reassurance they needed heading into one of the most high-profile group stage fixtures of the entire competition.