Morocco playmaker Brahim Diaz expressed his desire for the national team to face France in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. Diaz contributed two assists in Morocco's 2-0 victory over co-hosts Canada, which secured their place in the next round. The Real Madrid midfielder is looking forward to competing against some of his club teammates.

Morocco achieved a historic milestone by securing a record-breaking victory against Canada, advancing to the quarter-finals of the World Cup. This win marks Morocco as the first of Africa's two remaining representatives to reach this stage, with Egypt also progressing to the Round of 16. The team is now one victory away from a potential appearance in the semi-finals.

Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the World Cup round of 16 match held in Houston on July 4, 2026. Azzedine Ounahi scored two goals, leading Morocco to become the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once, following their historic semifinal appearance in 2022. This victory marks Morocco's second consecutive quarterfinal appearance.

Morocco advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals after defeating Canada, with the decisive goal scored by Ounahi five minutes into the second half. Ounahi's strike from the edge of the penalty area followed an assist from captain Achraf Hakimi, marking a significant moment in the match that led to Morocco's victory.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed its support for Morocco as they prepare to face Canada in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CAF emphasized Morocco's historic journey in the tournament and their potential for progression in the competition.

Morocco has advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup in the Americas after securing a 3-0 victory against Canada. This win allows Morocco to continue representing Africa in the tournament.