The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 began with the Canada vs Morocco match, where Morocco claimed a strong 3-0 victory to qualify for the next round, while Canada became the first co-hosts of the tournament to be eliminated.
Key Match Stats of Canada vs Morocco (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 16)
Match Result: Canada 0 – 3 Morocco
Possession: Canada 42% – 45% Morocco (13% contested possession)
Shots (On Target): Canada 11 (3) – 5 (4) Morocco
Corners Won: Canada 11 – 1 Morocco
Free Kicks: Canada 17 – 26 Morocco
Yellow Cards: Canada 4 – 4 Morocco
FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 16): Canada vs Morocco Official Match Stats
Important Facts of Canada vs Morocco (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 16)
- Azzedine Ounahi opened the scoreline for Morocco in the 50th minute. While Morocco earned a free-kick on the right flank, Achraf Hakimi delivered a brilliant pass to Ounahi just outside the box, who successfully scored through his perfect bottom right corner shot.
- Azzedine Ounahi scored his second goal in the 82nd minute. It was a strong counterattack, while Brahim Díaz set the assist for unmarked Ounahi inside the box, and the midfielder counted that successfully.
- In the final moment of the second half stoppage time, Soufiane Rahimi scored the third goal for Morocco. While Brahim Díaz delivered a strong pass to Rahimi, who only had to beat the goalkeeper, the substitute scored with his perfect calm low shot.
Morocco at the FIFA World Cup: Stage-wise Exit History & Finishing Record
The Match Status: Canada vs Morocco (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 16)
Canada dominated the first half, but Morocco’s solid defence handled the pressure. In the second half, the Atlas Lions controlled the game and sealed it successfully with three goals. Although Canada managed more than double shots, the African team had more shots on target, as their finishing was stronger. Also, the co-hosts failed to utilise the good number of set-piece opportunities.
The first half experienced six yellow cards, four for Morocco and two for Canada. Later, in the second half, Canada received two more yellow cards, as the match ended with eight bookings, without any sent-off.
What does the Canada vs Morocco (FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 16) match mean?
For the second consecutive FIFA World Cup, Morocco have qualified for the Quarterfinals. The winners between Paraguay and France, which will be played later in the day, will take on the latest AFCON champions in the Quarterfinal on 9 July.