The Netherlands beat Tunisia (3-1) before facing Morocco in the Round of 16. Behind the scoreline, Opta data reveals a clear danger for the Atlas Lions: the Oranje are devastating in the air and on crosses .
Qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, Morocco receives international praise. Yet the neighboring television continues to ignore the successes of Mohamed Ouahbi’s players in its news broadcasts.
Despite victory over Tunisia (3-1) and topping Group F, Ronald Koeman sounds the alarm . The coach demands more rigor before facing Morocco at the World Cup.
Royal Air Maroc launches an exceptional air service to Monterrey for the Round of 16 of the Atlas Lions on June 29, 2026. Access to Mexican territory is facilitated for holders of a Schengen or American visa.
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in a match full of chances. But Brahim Diaz, who started for 70 minutes, remained far from the expected influence in an encounter that was nonetheless very open.
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 and proved very dangerous. But one detail stands out from the match statistics: the Atlas Lions produced a lot without really finding their starting striker in decisive areas.
The broadcast of World Cup matches is sparking controversy. Cafés are imposing price increases reaching 100 %, prompting a deputy to demand intervention from the Interior Minister to protect supporters’ purchasing power.
Japan could stand in Morocco’s way in the Round of 16 of the World Cup. On paper, the opponent seems less impressive than the Netherlands. But its latest statistics invite the Atlas Lions to exercise caution.
Morocco qualified for the knockout stage of the World Cup after their victory against Haiti (4-2 ). But in the international press, the success of the Lions of the Atlas is mainly told as a spectacular victory, difficult and marked by Haitian resistance.
Against Haiti, Achraf Hakimi delivered a complete match . His goal and assist only summarize part of his influence: Opta figures show a player who has become Morocco’s primary offensive engine.
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in a very open match. The score reflects genuine offensive superiority from the Atlas Lions, but it doesn’t tell the whole story: Morocco dominated in chances, while revealing concerning defensive fragilities for what lies ahead.
Trailing twice, Mohamed Ouahbi’s men overturned Haiti (4-2) today in Atlanta. This hard-fought victory officially qualifies the Moroccan team for the Round of 16 of the World Cup .