RomaPress
·14 Juni 2026
El Aynaoui: “Will I stay at Roma? Of course, I feel great there.”

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·14 Juni 2026

Neil El Aynaoui made a successful debut at the 2026 World Cup, starring for Morocco in the match against Brazil.
The Roma midfielder played the full 90 minutes, delivering a solid performance in an intense and hard-fought match that ended 1-1.
It was an important match for El Aynaoui, not only because of the caliber of their opponents, but also because of the importance of the fixture.
Morocco faced Brazil with character, managing to hold their own against one of the tournament’s most anticipated national teams.
The Giallorossi midfielder brought balance to the team, participating in the build-up play and ensuring his presence even in the most crucial moments of the match.
In the closing moments, the Roma player even came close to scoring the winner with a long-range effort. It was an attempt that could have given Morocco a prestigious victory and confirms the confidence with which El Aynaoui approached the match until the final minute.
After the match, the midfielder commented on his national team’s performance: “We played the game we wanted to play, and we’re happy with the performance. Now we’re focused on Scotland.” El Aynaoui also spoke about his own future, confirming his commitment to Roma.
When asked about staying with the Giallorossi, the midfielder responded without hesitation: “I’m happy in Rome, very happy. Will I stay? Yes, of course.” These clear words, coming after a positive performance, confirm the player’s desire to continue his







































