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‘I leave with many happy memories’ - Roberts steps down as Morocco technical director

The former Wales assistant manager has left his post with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation due to personal reasons

Osian Roberts has resigned from his position as technical director of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.

Having worked as assistant manager to Chris Coleman, Gary Speed and Ryan Giggs, the 57-year-old was handed the role by the North African country on a five-year deal.

Citing family reasons, he left his post two years into his contract with few months to the 2020 Africa Cup of Nations slated for Cameroon.

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During his time, he played a key role as the Atlas Lions retained their African Nations Championship earlier this year.