Despite being with the Moroccan national football team in Madrid, the change of sports nationality for player Lucas Jean Issa Laye Diop from French to Moroccan was only approved on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
The decision by the International Federation of Football came less than 24 hours before the anticipated friendly match against the Ecuadorian team, opening the door for his official participation.
With this development, national coach Mohamed Wahbi can legally rely on the player’s services in upcoming matches after completing all administrative procedures related to the change of his sports nationality.
