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90+8’ GOAL! Rahimi seals it for Morocco

Morocco add a third in stoppage time as Brahim Díaz picks out Soufiane Rahimi inside the box. The substitute makes no mistake, guiding a precise finish into the bottom right corner to make it 3-0 and put the result beyond doubt.

90+3’ Canada try a short corner routine

Canada opt for a short corner instead of delivering into the box, attempting to work a different opening, but Morocco deal with the move comfortably and clear their lines.

90’ Eight minutes added on

The fourth official signals a minimum of eight minutes of added time as Canada push desperately for a late consolation while Morocco remain in control.

88’ Canada and Morocco both make late changes

Both teams turn to their benches as the match enters its closing stages. Canada bring on Jonathan Osorio, replacing Niko Sigur, while Morocco withdraw Azzedine Ounahi after his influential performance, with Samir El Mourabet introduced.

87’ Ounahi replaced after starring role

Morocco’s match-winner Azzedine Ounahi is taken off to a warm reception after scoring twice to put the Atlas Lions in control. Mohamed Ouahbi opts to manage his squad as the game winds down.

85’ Rahimi hits the crossbar!

So close for Morocco! Soufiane Rahimi rises brilliantly to meet a superb cross inside the box, but his powerful header crashes off the crossbar. A golden opportunity goes begging.

84’ Jonathan David denied

Jonathan David looks to pull one back for Canada with a strike towards goal, but the attempt is blocked by a Moroccan defender before it can trouble the goalkeeper.

82’ GOAL! Ounahi strikes again to double Morocco’s lead

Azzedine Ounahi delivers once more for Morocco! The midfielder fires the ball into the net to extend the Atlas Lions’ advantage and put them firmly in control of this Round of 16 tie.

79’ Bono denies Buchanan as Canada win corner

Tajon Buchanan finds space on the edge of the area and unleashes a well-struck effort towards the left post, but Morocco goalkeeper Bono produces a superb save. The rebound goes out for a corner as Canada continue to push.

78’ Canada make another change

Jesse Marsch turns to his bench as Promise David replaces Ali Ahmed in an attempt to inject fresh energy into the attack.

76’ Amrabat escapes punishment

Sofyan Amrabat is seen pulling the shirt of his opponent during a midfield duel, but the referee chooses not to penalise the Moroccan midfielder. Canada are instead awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position.

67’ Larin booked

Cyle Larin goes into the referee’s book shortly after coming on, with Michael Oliver showing the Canadian forward a yellow card for a late challenge.

65’ Canada free-kick awarded

Ali Ahmed is penalised after bringing down an opponent as Canada are stopped in their tracks during a developing move.

63’ Canada make substitution

Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi is replaced by Cyle Larin as Canada look to change their attacking approach.

60’ Buchanan flagged offside

Canada’s attacking move breaks down as Tajon Buchanan is caught offside after making a forward run in search of a through ball.

58’ Canada win another corner

Ali Ahmed looks to pick out a teammate inside the box, but his pass is blocked by the Moroccan defence. The rebound goes out of play, giving Canada another corner as they continue to push forward.

55’ Morocco earn corner after last-ditch block

Soufiane Rahimi comes close after a sharp attacking move, but a Canadian defender produces a brilliant last-gasp block to deny him. The ball goes out for a corner as Morocco maintain pressure.

50’ GOAL! Morocco strike first through Ounahi

Morocco take the lead in Houston! Azzedine Ounahi finds the breakthrough as he finishes calmly past the goalkeeper to put the Atlas Lions ahead in this Round of 16 clash.

49’ Yellow card for Canada

Luc De Fougerolles is shown a yellow card after a late challenge as Canada are forced to defend deep following the opening exchanges of the second half.

48’ Canada win early corner

Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi delivers a dangerous pass into the penalty area, but Morocco’s defence reacts quickly to clear the danger. Canada are awarded a corner as they look to respond immediately.

47’ Hakimi looks for a pass

Achraf Hakimi attempts to slide a ball through to a teammate in the final third, but the pass is well blocked by the Canadian defence.

46’ Second half begins

The referee blows for the restart as the second half gets underway in Houston.

45+7’ Half-time whistle in Houston

Michael Oliver brings an end to a tense opening half in Houston after adding a minimum of six minutes of added time. Both sides head into the break locked in a competitive contest, with neither team able to find a breakthrough despite several promising moments.

45’ Added time confirmed

The fourth official signals a minimum of six minutes to be played at the end of the first half as both teams push for a late advantage before the interval.

45’ Ounahi goes into the referee’s book

Azzedine Ounahi becomes the latest player cautioned after Michael Oliver shows the Moroccan midfielder a yellow card for a strong challenge.

43’ Jonathan David booked

Canada forward Jonathan David is shown a yellow card following a late tackle as tensions begin to rise before half-time.

40’ Hakimi cautioned for Morocco

Achraf Hakimi receives the game’s first booking for Morocco after the referee penalises him during a physical midfield battle.

37’ Bombito penalised for foul

Moise Bombito is whistled for a careless challenge, with referee Michael Oliver immediately stopping play to award Morocco a free-kick

28’ Johnston booked for late challenge

Alistair Johnston commits a strong challenge and referee Michael Oliver quickly stops play to award Morocco a free-kick following the foul.

24’ Players pause for cooling break

The referee signals for a cooling break as players from both sides head to the touchline for refreshments in the Houston heat.

22’ Morocco dealt injury blow as Rahimi comes on

Morocco are forced into an early change after Ismael Saibari is unable to continue due to injury. Mohamed Ouahbi responds by introducing Soufiane Rahimi in an unplanned substitution for the Atlas Lions.

18’ Canada continue to threaten

Tajon Buchanan races onto a clever through pass and looks ready to break into a dangerous position, but Morocco recover quickly to cut out the danger. Canada win another corner as the pressure continues to build.

15’ Laryea penalised by referee

Michael Oliver blows for a foul after Richie Laryea is judged to have been overly aggressive in his challenge while battling for possession.

12’ Morocco defence standing firm

Stephen Eustaquio attempts to thread a pass into the danger area for Canada, but the Moroccan defence reacts quickly to intercept and clear the danger.

10’ Bono comfortably gathers Oluwaseyi effort

Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi shows quick feet inside the penalty area after controlling a neat pass before testing Bono with a low strike. The Moroccan goalkeeper stays alert and collects comfortably.

9’ Canada penalised for foul

Referee Michael Oliver blows for a foul after Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi is judged to have committed an offensive infringement during Canada’s attacking move.

6’ Bono denies Jonathan David

Canada continue their bright start as Jonathan David unleashes a first-time effort from inside the area, but Bono produces an excellent save to push the ball away for another corner.

5’ Canada win early corner

Richie Laryea drives forward and sends a dangerous delivery into the penalty box, but Morocco manage to clear under pressure. Canada earn the game’s first corner and commit numbers forward.

1’ Kick-off in Houston

The Round of 16 clash is underway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Canada getting the match started against Morocco.

Match officials

English referee Michael Oliver has been appointed to oversee today’s encounter in Houston.

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With a quarter-final place at stake, another dramatic World Cup night could be on the cards in Houston.

The North Americans have lost all four of their World Cup matches against teams ranked inside FIFA’s top 25 and will need to improve defensively against a Morocco side known for discipline, organisation and quick transitions.

Despite Canada’s growing confidence, Morocco are widely viewed as their toughest test of the tournament so far.

Toughest challenge yet for the hosts

History overall also favours the African side, with Canada recording just one draw and three defeats in previous meetings between the two nations.

One of those victories came against Canada during the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

The Atlas Lions have progressed from six of their last eight knockout ties at major tournaments and have also won both of their previous World Cup matches against CONCACAF opposition.

Morocco’s recent record in major tournament knockout football could prove crucial in Saturday’s encounter.

Morocco hold strong knockout pedigree

The Canadians will also take encouragement from recent form in Houston, having won two of their last three matches in the city.

Marsch has described the clash against Morocco as a “free hit” for his players, who are hoping to become the first nation since 2002 to win each of their opening two World Cup knockout fixtures.

The co-hosts secured their first-ever World Cup knockout victory after edging South Africa 1-0 with a dramatic stoppage-time winner in the previous round. Jesse Marsch’s side dominated large parts of that match and were rewarded with a decisive goal in the 92nd minute.

Canada, meanwhile, are aiming to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in their history.

Canada chasing another piece of history

The North Africans are now unbeaten in nine matches since the Africa Cup of Nations final and continue to build on the momentum from their historic 2022 World Cup campaign, where they became the first African nation to reach the semi-finals.

Morocco arrive at the knockout tie in confident mood after surviving a dramatic Round of 32 battle against the Netherlands. Walid Regragui’s side rescued the contest with a 91st-minute equaliser before eventually sealing qualification with a 3-2 victory in the penalty shootout.

The Atlas Lions will attempt to keep Africa’s World Cup dream alive when they face tournament co-hosts Canada for a place in the quarter-finals.

Morocco carry Africa’s hopes into Houston showdown

Welcome to Africasoccer’s live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash between Morocco and Canada in Houston.