When a Shoulder Day Steals the Spotlight: Bono Skips Training Ahead of Asia Elite Clash
8 February 2026
Overview
Moroccan octopus stirs fear
Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bono, Riyadh-based Al Hilal's stopper, sparked a panic among fans after abruptly missing team training in the last hours.
Bono has been a cornerstone for Hilal since arriving from Sevilla in 2023, remaining indispensable in defense and leadership.
Club's official X account revealed Bono underwent a shoulder treatment, explaining his absence from the Emirati clash and road ahead in Asia's elite.
Coach Simone Inzaghi had already planned to rest core players, including Bono, for the match with Shabab Al Ahli Dubai in the Champions League, as Hilal navigates multiple fronts.
The coach aims to keep the squad fresh, reinforcing readiness for action across several competitions this season ahead.
Punchlines you didn't know you needed: 1) Bono took a shoulder day—apparently even his joints demand vacation. 2) If football were math, this shoulder would be an unsolved variable, and we love the mystery.
