Moroccan teenager Anass Ouazan scores winning goal for Ajax against Burnley

Moroccan talent Anass Ouazan scored the decisive goal for Ajax Amsterdam, securing a 2-1 victory over English club Burnley in a pre-season friendly match in Amsterdam. Ouazan, who featured prominently in the starting lineup, netted the winning goal in the 67th minute, marking a significant moment for the young player.

Ajax had opened the scoring in the 34th minute through Aaron Boey, but Burnley managed to equalize in the 62nd minute with a goal from Luca Koleosho. Ouazan's decisive strike, assisted by Jorrel Hato, put the Dutch side back in front and ultimately sealed the win.

Ouazan's performance earned him the "best player" award for the match, highlighting his energetic presence in the forward line and his growing integration into Ajax's first team. This display follows his recent successful debut in European competition, where he provided an assist in Ajax's 4-1 victory over FK Vojvodina in the Europa Conference League qualifiers.

This latest achievement adds to Ouazan's growing accolades. He was previously crowned champion of Africa with the Moroccan U17 national team in 2025, where he was also named the best player of the tournament. Considered one of Morocco's most promising footballing talents, Ouazan continues to impress on the international stage.