Morocco

France meets Morocco in a World Cup quarter-final charged with historical and political context, as Opta favors Les Bleus despite Morocco's historic run.

Morocco defeated co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice in the second half to propel the Atlas Lions into their second consecutive World Cup quarter-finals.

Seven African teams were eliminated in the last 32, marking a historic setback for the continent. Only Egypt and Morocco advance to the World Cup's knockout rounds.

Morocco reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. They will face Canada in Houston.

Morocco edged the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Round of 16 for the second consecutive World Cup, while Paraguay stunned Germany in a historic shootout. Brazil advanced with a narrow win over Japan, and African teams made waves in the standings.

Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to become the first African nation to reach the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic milestone for African football.

Morocco knocked out the Netherlands on penalties, Paraguay stunned Germany in a shootout, and Brazil ended Japan's campaign in dramatic round of 32 action.