La Liga: Real Madrid fully backs Brahim Diaz

24.01.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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Real Madrid is set to throw its full support behind Moroccan international Brahim Diaz after his missed panenka in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025).

The former Manchester City player had the title at his feet, but opted for a daring move instead of playing it safe with his penalty against Édouard Mendy, Senegal's last line of defense.

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As a result, the Al Ahly keeper stopped the panenka, before his teammate Pape Gueye sealed Senegal's triumph with a goal in extra time.

Utterly dejected after this cruel twist of fate, the Atlas Lion nevertheless received support from his club, which plans a special welcome for him on Wednesday, January 21, as he returns to training.

Furthermore, his coach Álvaro Arbeloa is considering giving him playing time on Saturday, January 24, during the away match at Villarreal for the 21st round of La Liga.

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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