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Morocco's 3-0 victory over Canada in the round of 16 marks the second time an African side has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals, with Ounahi and Rahimi delivering the decisive goals.
With the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 set for July 4 in Houston, Canada aims to break new ground while Morocco looks to extend its strong campaign. Key battles will hinge on Achraf Hakimi's impact and Alistair Johnston's defensive steadiness.
Canada's lineup sees the return of Luc de Fougerolles and Moïse Bombito, while Niko Sigur earns his first start, as the team prepares to battle Morocco, a match that will determine the quarterfinal berth.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions feature a unique blend of professional analysis, fan participation, and whimsical contenders, offering readers a chance to track expert forecasts across the tournament’s early rounds.
Astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s NASA experience and the backing of Canadian icons inspire the men’s national soccer team as they face Morocco in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
A look at the upcoming Round of 16 fixtures, focusing on Morocco versus Canada, France versus Paraguay, and Norway versus Brazil, with analysis of tactics, key players and betting angles.
Morocco's advancement to the knockout stage and penalty victory over the Netherlands underscore a transformative era for African football, driven by strategic investments and regional collaboration.
Day 19 of the 2026 World Cup marks the second day of the round of 32, featuring Brazil versus Japan, Germany against Paraguay, and the Netherlands up against Morocco. Key attackers and defensive leaders are poised to shape the outcomes, while the Dutch aim for their first championship after three prior final defeats.
Three pivotal knockout round games on June 29 showcase Brazil, Germany and the Netherlands as they chase quarterfinal berths.
Key players and broadcast details ahead of Monday's World Cup round of 32 matches
The annual FIFA Best XI highlights the season's standout performers, featuring emerging talents from Spain, England and Portugal alongside seasoned veterans marking their swan songs on the world stage.
With most wagers limited to regulation time, analysts weigh team form, key injuries and historical trends to forecast outcomes in the upcoming knockout fixtures.
Thomas Partey faces multiple rape charges while the sport’s governing bodies remain divided, raising questions about policy, accountability and the treatment of victims.
The Athletic’s daily preview mixes professional insight with unexpected contributors, recapping recent results and projecting the next wave of knockout‑stage battles.
A look at the growing number of World Cup players who represent nations tied to their ancestry, family connections, or personal affinity, and the ripple effects on team composition and tournament dynamics.
France and Argentina top the re‑ranked standings after decisive wins, while the United States, Morocco and Mexico make early knockout statements. Spain's goalless stalemate and Brazil's return to form add further intrigue.
Scotland has opened the 2026 World Cup with an unexpected win, while Morocco looks to translate its star power into a group‑stage triumph.
A French appeals court has confirmed that Achraf Hakimi will stand trial, while his legal team and the plaintiff's counsel weigh in on the case's complexities.
The court confirmed that Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for an alleged rape, while his lawyer stresses the presumption of innocence
Morocco fielded an unprecedented starting eleven of players born outside its borders and managed a 1‑1 draw against Brazil in their World Cup Group C opener, showcasing a bold strategy that blends diaspora talent with national ambition.
A 1-1 stalemate saw Morocco's Ismael Saibari open the scoring before Vinícius Júnior equalised, as both sides displayed contrasting strengths ahead of their upcoming fixtures.
Brazil and Morocco settled for a 1‑1 draw in their opening World Cup match, a result that left Group C finely balanced and highlighted both teams' strengths and vulnerabilities.
Morocco opened scoring through Ismael Saibari, only to see Vinicius Jr restore parity for Brazil. Both sides showed moments of brilliance, with Brazil's second‑half surge and Morocco's coach aiming beyond the semi‑finals adding intrigue.
A tactical battle unfolded in the group stage as Morocco took an early lead through Ismael Saibari before Vinicius Jr restored parity for Brazil, exposing both teams’ strengths and vulnerabilities.