Canada will take on Morocco in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Saturday, July 4, at Houston Stadium, Texas, at noon (17:00 GMT). This match marks a historic milestone for the Canadian men's team, as it is their first time reaching this stage in World Cup history after a dramatic victory over South Africa.
Morocco enters this match with high expectations after a thrilling penalty shootout win against the Netherlands in the last round. As the African champions and semifinalists from the previous edition, they remain unbeaten in the tournament and have gained momentum with every match.
How Canada and Morocco Reached the Round of 16
Canada secured their place in the knockout stage by finishing second in Group B with four points. They achieved a win against Qatar and a draw with Bosnia and Herzegovina, although they lost to Switzerland in their final group match. In the Round of 32, Canada edged past South Africa with a narrow 1-0 victory.
Morocco finished second in Group C, amassing seven points through wins against Scotland and Haiti, along with a draw against Brazil. Their journey to the Round of 16 included a dramatic late equalizer against the Netherlands, leading to a nail-biting 3-2 victory in the penalty shootout.
Match Preview: Canada vs Morocco
As the underdogs, Canada faces a significant challenge against Morocco, currently ranked sixth in the FIFA rankings, 24 places above them. Despite this, Canada has broken numerous records during the tournament, including earning their first World Cup point and securing their first victory.
