Abdel Rahim Ouahida: The Child from El Houss who Found a New Life in Madrid
After two years since the tragic earthquake that struck El Houss and took away his family, young Moroccan Abdel Rahim Ouahida is set to open a new chapter in his life by moving to Spain. On Monday, September 15, 2025, he arrived in the capital, Madrid, to start a football journey with Real Madrid, which had pledged to support him after the disaster.
Accompanying Abdel Rahim on his journey were Abdel Latif Akzoul, Abdel Wahab Ouahida, and Hassan Akzoul, in a humanitarian and athletic gesture that has received widespread praise, reflecting the royal club’s commitment to keeping its promise and giving him the chance to achieve his dream.
Ouahida’s story, which has moved and inspired Moroccans and many others around the world, has made him a symbol of resilience for the children affected by the earthquake, attracting the compassion of Real Madrid, which has transformed his hardships into a new hope as he steps towards a brighter future.
