Morocco's national football team celebrated their qualification for the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 2-1 victory over Canada on June 25, 2026, in Al Rayyan, Qatar. The win secured Morocco's place in the knockout stage for the second consecutive World Cup, following their historic semifinal run in 2022.
Captain Romain Saïss led the team with a strong defensive performance, while goals from Hakim Ziyech and Youssef En-Nesyri sealed the victory. Coach Walid Regragui praised the team's resilience, stating, 'We knew it would be tough, but the players showed incredible character.'
Fans across Morocco erupted in joy, with celebrations in Casablanca and Rabat. The team now prepares to face Spain in the round of 16 on June 29, 2026, a rematch of their dramatic penalty shootout win in 2022.
