“We call you towel thieves of Africa” — Hakimi brutally roasted after claiming Morocco are the ‘Brazilians of Africa’
The Morocco captain and reigning CAF Player of the Year sparked fierce debate online after declaring that the Atlas Lions are known as the “Brazilians of Africa”.
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Moroccan national team | IMAGO
Moroccan national team | IMAGO
See the moment Moroccan officials tried to take away Mendy’s towel during the Senegal vs Morocco game—just like they did to Nwabali in the semifinal against Nigeria—but Senegal’s second-choice goalkeeper didn’t allow it 😲😳 pic.twitter.com/XiiyuNvtKM
— Cleverly 💐 (@Cleverlydey4u) January 18, 2026
Not good enough from Morocco . Hakimi trying to throw away Mendy’s towel during the game. They did it to Nwabali as well against Nigeria. Senegal knew about their antics. pic.twitter.com/QiiH9jDYpz
— Oluwaseun 🇳🇬 (@MobyChe) January 19, 2026