“Every knockout victory adds to Morocco’s growing reputation on the world stage”
Morocco booked their place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a convincing 3-0 victory over Canada in the Round of 16.
Canada started the match with energy and created several early chances. However, they could not find a breakthrough. Morocco also suffered an early setback when striker Ismael Saibari left the field with an injury in the first half.
The match changed after the break. Azzedine Ounahi opened the scoring in the 50th minute with a well-taken finish from a clever free-kick routine. The goal gave Morocco complete control of the game.
Ounahi scored his second goal in the 82nd minute after a quick counterattack. Substitute Soufiane Rahimi then added a third goal in stoppage time to seal an impressive victory. Morocco’s clinical finishing proved to be the key difference between the two sides.
The win sends Morocco into the World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face France. The Atlas Lions continue to build on their impressive performances and remain one of the tournament’s standout teams as they chase another memorable World Cup campaign.