Morocco has advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing second in Group C behind France. The Atlas Lions secured their spot with a 2-1 victory over Canada on June 25, 2026, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
The win was sealed by goals from Hakim Ziyech and Youssef En-Nesyri, with Canada's equalizer coming from Alphonso Davies. Morocco's defense, led by captain Romain Saïss, held firm to ensure progression.
Morocco will face Spain in the Round of 16 on June 29, 2026, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. This marks the second consecutive World Cup where Morocco has reached the knockout stage, following their historic semifinal run in 2022.
