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Barcelona pair Chadi Riad, Ez Abde in Morocco squad

Barcelona defender Chadi Riad has earned a first call to the senior Morocco squad.

The 19 year-old has been a regular this season for Barca Atletic.

Born and raised in Mallorca, he is the son of Moroccan parents and years ago opted to play with the national team of his family's country.

Riad is in Morocco's squad for a friendly against Brazil.

Barca teammate Ez Abde, currently on-loan with Osasuna, is also in the squad.

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