Сборная Марокко

The Moroccans decided the outcome of the match after the break, although the Canadian team had more possession in the first half. Despite several dangerous moments, the score remained 0-0 at halftime. In the 50th minute, Azzedine Ounahi put Morocco ahead. After a pass from Achraf Hakimi, the midfielder accurately shot from the edge of the penalty area into the bottom corner of the goal. At the end of the match, the African team definitively settled all questions about the winner. In the 82nd minute, Brahim Diaz set up Ounahi for a scoring opportunity, and he completed his brace. A few minutes later, Soufiane Rahimi could have scored with a header but hit the crossbar. However, in stoppage time, Rahimi finally got his name on the scoresheet. After another pass from Diaz, he accurately shot into the bottom corner of the goal, establishing the final score at 3-0. The victory allowed Morocco to be the first team to secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the World Cup. The team's next opponent will be the winner of the match between France and Paraguay. For Canada, the tournament ended despite a successful performance in the earlier stages. One of the hosts of the championship managed to advance from the group stage and then overcame the first round of the playoffs, but stopped just short of the quarterfinals. Morocco continues one of the most remarkable performances in this World Cup. In the group stage, the team drew with Brazil and then defeated Scotland and Haiti. In the Round of 16, the Moroccans also showed character, defeating the Netherlands only in a penalty shootout. This World Cup has become the first in history in which 48 teams compete in the final stage. Due to the new format, the battle for a place in the quarterfinals has become longer, and each victory in the playoffs has gained even more significance. The Round of 16 matches are ongoing. Portugal, Spain, Brazil, England, Argentina, and other title contenders will compete for the remaining spots in the quarterfinals. The semifinals of the tournament will take place on July 14 and 15, while the final match will be held on July 19.