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The Morocco national team suffers a blow as Ismail Saibari gets injured in the 22nd minute of the World Cup 2026 match against Canada.
What happened?
The Morocco national team received a blow after 20 minutes of their match against Canada in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, as their top scorer Ismail Saibari was forced to leave the field injured.
Why does this matter for Morocco?
According to French newspaper L'Equipe, the Canadian team imposed their rhythm from the first minutes, taking advantage of high pressure and fast counter-attacks, which confused the Moroccan defense and forced the midfielders to retreat.
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-18 | Senegal 0-3 Morocco |
What comes next?
Coach Mohamed Wahbi brought in striker Sofiane Rahimi as a substitute for Saibari, in an attempt to restore the attacking balance. Rahimi had previously shone in the group stage by scoring a goal against Haiti.
Recently, the Morocco national team has recorded 4 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 matches, with 2 consecutive wins. Their last result was a 3-0 win against Senegal on 2026-01-18.
