Sad news shook the world of football this Thursday, October 24 with the announcement of the death of Abdelaziz Barrada. The former Moroccan international died at the age of 35, leaving behind a significant legacy in international football.
The news caused a wave of reactions in the football world. Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique de Marseille, two prestigious clubs where Barrada had played, quickly published messages of condolence on their official social networks.
A particularly touching moment came from Achraf HakimiMoroccan star of PSG. The right-back revealed an archive photo where we see him, still a teenager, alongside Barrada after training. “Sad news today. My sincere condolences to all his family. Thank you for everything »he shared.
Achraf Hakimi’s tribute to Abdelaziz Barrada… 🕊️
Duaas for our brother Abdelaziz Barrada and his family at this difficult time 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/VuhgXZyh6N
— Moroccan Players 🇲🇦 (@JoueursMA) October 24, 2024
In the Marseille city, his compatriot Amine Harit transmitted this message: “May Allah have mercy on you, support his loved ones”. Mehdi Benatia, who played alongside Barrada for 17 matches in the Atlas Lions jerseyexpressed his “lots of emotions and sadness”.
Barrada’s move to La Liga also made an impression. Getafe CF, where he played 66 matches and scored 4 goals between 2011 and 2013, published a tribute. Real Sociedad, Real Mallorca, Rayo Vallecano and CD Leganés joined in the condolences.
The Getafe CF family is dismayed by the fallacy of Azul Abdel Barrada.
The football player played 66 games and recorded 4 games in Getafe in times 11/12 and 12/13.
We received and welcomed in these moments Abdel’s friends and acquaintances. DEP 🖤 pic.twitter.com/LKZLE2TzUK
— Getafe CF (@GetafeCF) October 24, 2024
With an international career with 28 caps for MoroccoBarrada continued his career in the Gulf after his time at OM. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation presented its condolences “to his loved ones and to the entire national football family”.