Ittihad Tanger issues statement on head coach Abdelhak Benchikha's health

Ittihad Tanger announces that head coach Abdelhak Benchikha has successfully undergone surgery to treat an abdominal hernia at a private clinic in the city of Tangier. This operation was carried out as scheduled during the current international break.

The surgical operation was overseen by a competent medical team that included Professor Younes Alakouri (Professor of Internal Surgery) and Professor Ismail Labib (Professor of Anesthesia and Resuscitation), in complete coordination with the club's medical staff.

The operation has been completely successful, thank God. Al-Hala is expected to undergo a recovery period lasting one week, after which Mr. Abdelhak Benchikha will resume his duties normally, God willing.

On this occasion, the family of Ittihad Tanger extends its best wishes for a speedy recovery to their coach, hoping for his safe and healthy return to lead the team. The club also expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation to the medical team overseeing the operation for their efforts and professionalism.