2026 World Cup: Morocco Dominates Canada (3-0) and Advances to Quarterfinals
The Atlas Lions continue their remarkable journey in the 2026 World Cup. Morocco asserted its authority against Canada (3-0) this Saturday at the NRG Stadium in Houston, securing their spot in the quarterfinals. Azzedine Ounahi scored a brace in the 50th and 82nd minutes, before Soufiane Rahimi sealed Morocco's victory in extra time at the 98th minute.
Facing a determined Canadian team eager to extend its run in the competition, Mohamed Ouahbi's men delivered a controlled performance, combining defensive solidity, technical quality, and offensive realism.
After a balanced first half, Morocco returned from the locker room with better intentions. In the 50th minute, Azzedine Ounahi opened the scoring by finishing off a beautiful collective move, rewarding the Atlas Lions' gradual dominance.
Despite a few Canadian attempts to get back into the game, the Moroccan defense remained perfectly organized, while the midfield controlled the pace of the match.
In the 82nd minute, Ounahi made his mark again by scoring his second goal, giving the national team a comfortable lead and bringing Morocco closer to the quarterfinals.
As Canada attempted a final reaction in extra time, the Atlas Lions delivered the final blow. In the 98th minute, Soufiane Rahimi concluded a perfectly executed counterattack to score Morocco's third goal, definitively sealing their success.
Supported by a large Moroccan crowd at the NRG Stadium, the Atlas Lions played in an exceptional atmosphere. The supporters transformed the stands into a true red and green fortress, backing their team until the final whistle.
Thanks to this convincing victory (3-0), Morocco continues its World Cup dream and secures its qualification for the quarterfinals, once again confirming its status among the top-performing teams of the 2026 World Cup.
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