PSV Faces Excelsior Without African Cup Players

PSV will be without its Africa Cup participants when they face Excelsior this Saturday. Notably, Ismael Saibari made his presence felt on the international stage, helping Morocco secure a 2-0 victory against Cameroon in the quarterfinals. Saibari not only contributed to the win but also scored a goal, which is likely to be viewed positively by PSV’s management.

Morocco is considered a top contender for the Africa Cup title and has lived up to that expectation thus far. With their recent quarterfinal victory over Cameroon, the Atlas Lions have advanced to the semifinals, where they will face the winner of the match between Nigeria and Algeria.

Saibari’s performance, including his consistent starting position for the Moroccan national team, is expected to significantly enhance his market value, as noted by Eindhovens Dagblad. “For PSV, each appearance by Saibari in the national team is likely to increase his market worth,” the publication reported. “He has already showcased his talent in both the Eredivisie and the Champions League, and his contributions to Morocco, which is achieving remarkable results in Africa and has secured a spot in the upcoming World Cup in the United States, further enhance his profile.”