Morocco faces Haiti in Atlanta as Group C of the 2026 World Cup wraps up. Morocco aims to secure the top spot in the group, but a significant victory is required to surpass Brazil, who leads Scotland 2-0. Haiti has already been eliminated from the tournament.
Current Score: Morocco 2-2 Haiti
The match is thrilling, featuring a total of four goals in the first half for fans to enjoy. If Morocco wins or draws, or if Scotland loses or draws, Morocco advances. A win from both Brazil and Morocco will result in the group’s decision relying on goal difference.
Half-Time: Morocco 2-2 Haiti
At the half-time whistle, both teams have scored twice, offering an exciting half full of opportunities. Morocco hopes to break the tie for the first time in this match.
Match Highlights
45+6’ Free kick from Hakimi
Hakimi delivers a free kick from the right into the box. El Aynaoui gets a header, but it lacks power, and Placide collects.
45+4’ Saibari Scores Again
Saibari receives a cross from Hakimi and finishes, leveling the match. The attacking nature of the game is benefitting the fans.
45+2’ Morocco gains momentum
Momentum returns to Morocco. Saibari equalizes, benefiting from Diaz’s clever feint, allowing an open finish to the bottom corner.
Key Moments
44’ Isidor’s Stunning Strike
Isidor surprises everyone with a magnificent goal for Haiti; a decisive shot from the edge of the box finds the top corner.
43’ Hakimi Levels the Score
Diaz crosses into a packed box. Despite a scrappy finish, Hakimi bundles the ball in, bringing Morocco level. VAR checks for handball, but the goal stands.
Performance Notes
33’ Placide’s Incredible Saves
Haiti’s goalkeeper Placide delivers remarkable saves, reminiscent of past goalkeeping heroics by Vozinha against Spain in the same stadium.
35’ and 37’ Goal Controversy
Haiti’s goal initially credited to Joseph is reassigned as an own goal by Morocco’s Bounou, exemplifying this tournament’s trend of own goals. Joseph continues to threaten with another shot, although off target.
Haiti remains competitive by creating chances in the game, yet Morocco’s cohesive play suggests they aim to take control in the second half.