‘He Is Starting To Annoy Me’ – Maghnes Akliouche Under Fire From Daniel Riolo

Pundit Daniel Riolo did not hold back on RMC during the After Foot show. He heavily criticized the excessive leniency still surrounding the former AS Monaco playmaker. According to him, his status has changed: "Akliouche is starting to annoy me. I always feel like people talk about him as if he were a 17-year-old kid, but that is no longer the case."

Starting at the Stade de France in the UEFA Nations League, Maghnes Akliouche struggled to make an impact against Belgium. Throughout his 60 minutes on the pitch, the attacker repeatedly opted for safe backward passes instead of taking initiative. While his defensive tracking back remained disciplined, his attacking output sorely lacked sharpness.

The turning point of the match came right after his substitution at the hour mark. Scoring in the 77th and 81st minutes, Désiré Doué and Rayan Cherki completely transformed the attack for Les Bleus. Combined with Michael Olise's brace in response to Dodi Lukebakio, those tactical changes sealed a 4-1 victory for the home side.

This international outing highlights the progress Maghnes Akliouche still needs to make for Paris Saint-Germain and the national team alike. Top-level football now demands incisive running, directness, and a genuine ability to unlock opposing defences from the attacking midfielder. Simply playing a safe, mistake-free role is no longer enough to satisfy the expectations of an elite European club.

Competition for places promises to be fierce across the flanks and in midfield with the return of several key France regulars. Before hosting Le Mans (Saturday 10 October) at the Parc des Princes in Ligue 1, the Parisian must raise his performance levels. Without taking more risks in the final third, his spot in the squad rotation could quickly come under threat.