Roma faced a setback when their appeal regarding player Neil El Aynaoui was denied. Morocco has opted not to grant permission for him to participate in the Serie A match against Como, which begins tonight at 19:45 GMT. However, Evan Ndicka and Assane Diao have received approval to play.
Details of the Match
This match represents the final fixture of Serie A Week 15. Typically, players called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty remain with their clubs until the end of the week. However, because this match is scheduled for a Monday evening, it falls outside the standard agreement. Consequently, national teams can recall their players ahead of the tournament.
Player Availability
- Neil El Aynaoui: Not available. Morocco invoked their right to recall him as they begin their tournament on December 21 against Comoros.
- Evan Ndicka: Will play as Ivory Coast agreed to let him stay. Their first match is on December 24 against Mozambique.
- Assane Diao: Cleared to participate for Como, despite Senegal starting their AFCON campaign against Botswana on December 23.
Context of the Situation
Roma submitted appeals to both Morocco and Ivory Coast regarding their players’ participation. While El Aynaoui has been called back, Ndicka remains with Roma for the time being. This situation reflects the complexities teams face with player commitments amidst international tournaments.
Upcoming Matches
The teams’ schedules are significantly impacted. With the Africa Cup of Nations set to begin soon, clubs will need to adapt quickly to changes in player availability.
As clubs navigate these adjustments, the implications for performance in Serie A and other competitions are considerable. Each decision made by national teams can resonate throughout the league.
