On the eve of facing Haiti in their third World Cup 2026 match, Moroccan coach Mohamed Ouahbi refuses to rotate his squad. The objective is clear: secure a victory to finish top of the group ahead of Brazil .
Haiti has yet to score in this World Cup, but the Atlas Lions would be wrong to see only a harmless opponent. Days before the match against Morocco, Opta’s statistics reveal a very specific danger: balls sent into the box , crosses, corners and second balls.
Engaged in the 2026 World Cup since July 11, the Moroccan national team is led by Mohamed Ouahbi. An opportunity to examine the paycheck of this technician, whose remuneration places him in the upper-middle range of the African continent .
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After their emphatic victory over Sweden, the Netherlands top Group F. For the Round of 16, coach Ronald Koeman does not rule out a clash with Morocco, which he considers as formidable as Brazil.
After their victory against Scotland, Morocco is very close to the round of 16. A draw against Haiti would be enough for the Atlas Lions, but other scenarios could also qualify them.
Morocco will approach their match against Haiti in a favorable position, but with a delicate equation to manage. The Lions of the Atlas could be tempted to give several key players a rest after their victory against Scotland. But Opta statistics remind us that too much disruption to the starting eleven could open the door to an unwelcome surprise .
Already out of the race for the Round of 32 after their defeat against Brazil, Haiti will face Morocco without pressure . The Atlas Lions must avoid the trap of a match already won.
Haiti will face its match against Morocco with a concerning offensive record: two matches played, two defeats and no goals scored. But Opta statistics invite the Atlas Lions not to reduce their next opponent to this sole weakness.
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