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Morocco Goalkeeper‘s Post-Match Request Rekindles Rivalry with France‘s Olmeta
Buenos Aires – A playful challenge following Morocco’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over France in the U-20 World Cup has resurfaced a decades-old rivalry between the families of Moroccan goalkeeper Mesbahi and former French international Pascal Olmeta.Mesbahi, who entered the match in the 120+5 minute and subsequently saved the decisive penalty, publicly proposed a unique “deal” too his French counterpart.
“At the end of the game, I asked Olmeta to tell his parents to sell me the final tickets so I could offer them to my father and mother,” Mesbahi quipped after the match. The exchange highlights a history of spirited competition between the two goalkeepers, both known for their confidence. Olmeta enjoyed a accomplished career in the 1980s and 1990s, captivating fans with his on-field persona.
The kind jab is likely to resonate with fans who remember the competitive dynamic between the two shot-stoppers. While the immediate impact is limited to a lighthearted post-match moment, the incident underscores the enduring passion surrounding international football and the personal connections that frequently enough fuel rivalries. Morocco will now advance to the final,seeking to continue their improbable run in the tournament.
