Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in Atlanta in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match, coming from behind twice before finishing strongly. Achraf Hakimi, Ismael Saibari, Soufiane Rahimi, and Gessime Yassine scored for Morocco, while Haiti’s goals came via a Yassine Bounou own goal and a spectacular strike from Wilson Isidor.
Match Overview
- Venue: Atlanta Stadium, USA
- Stage: Group C
- Final Score: Morocco 4-2 Haiti
- Possession: Morocco 69%, Haiti 31%
Key Match Events
- 10’ Goal – Haiti: Yassine Bounou’s own goal gave Haiti a shock lead.
- 39’ Goal – Morocco: Achraf Hakimi equalized with a close-range finish.
- 43’ Goal – Haiti: Wilson Isidor restored Haiti’s lead with a stunning 25-meter strike.
- 45+1’ Goal – Morocco: Ismael Saibari leveled again just before halftime.
- 77’ Goal – Morocco: Soufiane Rahimi scored his first of the tournament to put Morocco ahead.
- 89’ Goal – Morocco: Gessime Yassine sealed the win with a composed finish.
Tactical Analysis
- Morocco’s Approach: Dominated possession, relied on Hakimi’s overlapping runs and Saibari’s midfield creativity. Their depth allowed them to turn the game around in the second half.
- Haiti’s Strategy: Played with freedom, pressing high and countering quickly. Their spirited attack produced two historic goals but defensive lapses cost them.
Standout Performances
- Achraf Hakimi: Scored and assisted, driving Morocco’s comeback.
- Ismael Saibari: Third goal of the tournament, consistent midfield presence.
- Soufiane Rahimi: Impactful substitute, scored the decisive third goal.
- Wilson Isidor (Haiti): Scored one of the goals of the tournament.
Tournament Implications
- Morocco: Finished second in Group C behind Brazil, advancing to the Round of 32 where they will face the Group F winner in Monterrey on June 29.
- Haiti: Eliminated but celebrated their first World Cup goals in 52 years, marking a historic moment for the Caribbean nation.
This match highlighted Morocco’s resilience and attacking depth, while Haiti’s spirited performance ensured a memorable farewell. Morocco now look to build on this momentum in the knockout stages.
