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'They said I was too fat': The Moroccan forward who stunned Brazil opens up
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
100% centerFirst reported by Walla · Jun 14, 2026
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What happened
Ismail Saibari, who scored in Morocco’s 1-1 draw with Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, described being cut by Anderlecht at age 14 for being “too fat.” The PSV midfielder has since rebuilt his career, enjoyed a breakout season, and now leads Morocco into crucial group matches against Scotland and Haiti.
- 01Saibari scored in Morocco’s surprise 1-1 draw with Brazil at the 2026 World Cup.
- 02He said Anderlecht released him at 14 because they said he was too fat.
- 03After Genk, he joined PSV in 2020 and produced a 19-goal, 10-assist season.
- 04Morocco, valued at about 40 million euros, next faces Scotland and Haiti.
- 05A win over Haiti on June 25 would likely secure a round-of-32 place.
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