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Africans In The UCL: Morocco well represented as Ajax lose to VAR assisted Madrid
It’s advantage Real Madrid heading into the second leg of their tie with Ajax. However, De Godenzonen can take many positives from their 2-1 loss to the defending Champions League title holders - check our our take on why.
UCL Preview: Ziyech and Ajax target the scalp of the champions
The 13-time record UCL champions are up against one of the most underrated sides in the knockout stages, Ajax Amsterdam. It’s no free pass for Solari’s men and Ziyech of Morocco will definitely make sure of that.
FT's 10 Best Moments of 2018: #9 Oh hail, King Hakim
The year 2018 introduced us to the Moroccan king who rules not with an iron rod but a left-foot. After winning the Dutch Footballer of the year, Ziyech has dazzled for Ajax in the Eredivisie and Champions League, while leading his nation to AFCON 2019 qualification.