"Only those with character miss" – Sergio Ramos backs Brahim Diaz

Ramos believes Diaz will prove himself yet
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"Only those with character miss" – Sergio Ramos backs Brahim Diaz Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images
18 jan 2026 14:00
AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations
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Sergio Ramos has voiced his support for his former Real Madrid teammate Brahim Diaz after the Moroccan's disappointment at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Details: The legendary Spanish defender Sergio Ramos took to Instagram to encourage Morocco national team midfielder Brahim Diaz after he missed a penalty in the match against Senegal, a miss that ultimately cost his team the game.

"Only those with character miss. Always keep your head high, brother. Football always offers a chance for redemption, and you've given us far more than you lost today," Ramos wrote on Instagram.

The Spaniard stressed he will always support Diaz:

"Come back even stronger for the next match! You're always in my team," added the defender, expressing his backing and confidence in the player's future.

Notably, Diaz's miss proved decisive in the Africa Cup of Nations final, with Morocco losing 0-1 to Senegal.

Reminder: Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé commented on Morocco's defeat in the Africa Cup of Nations final.

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