Rabat, June 11 -- Morocco have made two changes to their FIFA World Cup squad after key players Nayef Aguerd and Abde Ezzalzouli were ruled out due to injuries, the Moroccan Football Federation and FIFA confirmed on Thursday.

Saudi-based defender Marwane Saadane and winger Amine Sbai have been called up as replacements. Aguerd has been sidelined since early March with a groin injury, which later required surgery, and his recovery was further delayed after a pubic bone fracture was discovered in April, according to Reuters.

Coach Mohamed Ouahabi had hoped for his return but announced on Thursday that he will miss the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Ezzalzouli, 24, suffered a knee injury in a friendly against Norway ...