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 secured a place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup by defeating Canada 3-0 in Houston, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring two goals and Soufiane Rahimi adding an injury-time goal. This victory ended Canada's hopes in the tournament.

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.

On July 4, 2026, co-hosts Canada will face Morocco in a crucial match at the Houston stadium, vying for a spot in the quarter-finals. Canada advanced to this stage by defeating South Africa 1-0, thanks to a late goal from Eustaquio. Morocco, a semi-finalist in the previous edition, aims to secure their place as well.

CAF has praised the Moroccan national football team, known as the Atlas Lions, following their 3-0 victory over co-hosts Canada in Houston, which secured their place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the second consecutive time.

Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in a World Cup match held in Houston, marking Canada's exit from the tournament as the first co-host to be eliminated. This victory allowed Morocco to advance to the quarter-finals, according to Vanguard Sports.