Olympique Safi President Defends Ferhani Over Moroccan Flag Controversy

Draw in Algeria Sets Stage for Confederation Cup Semi-Finals

Mohamed El Haidawi, president of Moroccan club Olympique Safi, has reflected on Saturday’s goalless draw away to USM Alger in the first leg of the African Confederation Cup semi-finals.

Ferhani Controversy Addressed

El Haidawi also addressed the controversy surrounding Olympique Safi's Algerian player, Houari Ferhani. The president insists that Ferhani did not refuse to wear the Moroccan flag, and he points to others as the source of the issue.

• Olympique Safi secured a valuable draw in Algeria.
• The match was part of the African Confederation Cup semi-finals.

"Ferhani did not refuse to wear the Moroccan flag," - Mohamed El Haidawi

Looking Ahead to the Second Leg

The draw sets the stage for an exciting second leg between Olympique Safi and USM Alger.