Morocco's Saibari and Riad Undergo Special Training Ahead of France Clash

The Moroccan national football team conducted its second training session in Boston as preparations intensify for their crucial World Cup quarter-final clash against France. The session, held on Tuesday, was the penultimate practice before the highly anticipated match scheduled for Thursday.

During the training, which was open to the media for the first 15 minutes, all players participated except for midfielder Ismael Saibari. Saibari continued with specialized rehabilitation exercises away from the main group, under the supervision of the medical and technical staff. Defender Chadi Riad was also absent from the media-open portion of the training, rejoining the squad shortly after the press concluded their coverage.

Sources indicate that both Saibari and Riad are continuing their work with the national team's staff. Their availability for the match against France will depend on their physical condition in the coming hours. The training session took place amidst cool weather with light rainfall, contrasting with the sunny conditions expected for Thursday's game.

The quarter-final match between Morocco and France is set to kick off at 9 PM local time in Morocco. This encounter marks a significant milestone for the Moroccan team in the 2026 World Cup.