Tragic Passing of Moroccan Midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada

Abdelaziz Barrada, former Olympique de Marseille midfielder, has died at age 35, as announced by the club. The Moroccan Federation described his death as a 'great tragedy'. Barrada played for several notable clubs, earning 26 caps for Morocco. He retired in 2021 after a diverse international career.

Abdelaziz Barrada, a former midfielder for Olympique de Marseille, has passed away at 35, the club confirmed on Thursday. The Moroccan Football Federation labeled his sudden death as a 'great tragedy'.

Barrada was born in France and earned 26 caps for Morocco, contributing significantly to the team that reached the U-23 Africa Cup of Nations final in 2011. His professional journey included playing for Spain's Getafe, as well as clubs in Turkey, Qatar, and the UAE, before retiring in 2021. He also had a spell with Paris St Germain's reserve team.

Clubs like Paris St Germain have also expressed their condolences on social media platform X, acknowledging Barrada's impact on the football community and sharing their sympathies with his family.

(With inputs from agencies.)