The former star of the Netherlands admits. “My heart is with Morocco.”

Former Holland star Ibrahim Afellai has revealed his heart is set on the Moroccan national team when they face the Windmills in the World Cup Round of 32.

And publish Video VoetbalPrimeur:Afella’s statements while hosting the NOS WK Avond program, “My roots are from Morocco, my parents are from there and my family lives there.”

He added: “It’s true, I played 32 international matches with the Dutch national team, I also grew up here, and I’m thankful for that, but it also happened because of what I did. I was not in the Dutch national team because I am a good person.”

Afelai confirmed that his position was based on his feelings only, stating: “After the meeting, I will be happy for the party to win. I grew up here, but my roots are there too. If you ask me where my heart is or who my feelings are for, I will say Morocco.”

It is noteworthy that the Moroccan team advanced to the Round of 32 after finishing as runners-up in the third group with 7 points, leading on goal difference over their Brazilian counterparts.

While the Netherlands lead Group Six with seven points, after wins over Sweden and Tunisia and a draw with Japan.