Morocco’s campaign in the 2026 World Cup took a decisive turn in Houston, where a disciplined performance saw the North African side edge past Canada to secure a quarterfinal berth.
Brahim’s Masterclass in Houston
The 23‑year‑old midfielder featured for the full 90 minutes and orchestrated the decisive moments that swung the game in Morocco’s favour. His vision unlocked the Canadian defence on two occasions, setting up the equaliser and the winner.
Ounahi opened the scoring in the 51st minute with a crisp strike from the edge of the box, and doubled the lead just over half an hour later after a precise pass from Brahim threaded the defence. The second goal arrived in the 83rd minute, a finish that capped a swift counter‑attack.
In added time, Brahim’s final assist found Rahimi, whose composed finish sealed the victory and confirmed Morocco’s progression. The performance not only highlighted Brahim’s growing influence but also marked his fourth assist of the tournament, underscoring his role as a key playmaker.