Morocco Advances to Quarter-Finals After Defeating Canada

In a thrilling match held in Houston, Azzedine Ounahi scored twice in the second half, leading Morocco to a 2-1 victory over Canada and securing their spot in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Morocco's success was further solidified by a late goal from Soufian Rahimi.

The match saw Morocco, who had a slow start, come alive in the second half, with Ounahi opening the scoring shortly after the restart. His first goal came from a well-executed dead-ball routine, followed by a second goal that showcased his skill.

Canada, despite a strong first-half performance, struggled to maintain their momentum after the break. The victory marks Morocco's second consecutive quarter-final appearance, making them the first African nation to reach this stage in back-to-back tournaments.

The match concluded with Morocco awaiting the winner of the France vs. Paraguay tie, scheduled for July 9.