World Cup 2026: Morocco rallies to beat Haiti 4-2, advances as group runner-up

Morocco staged a dramatic comeback to secure a 4-2 victory over Haiti in a high-stakes World Cup 2026 encounter, ultimately finishing second in Group C. The North African side found themselves trailing on two separate occasions but rallied to claim the crucial win.

Achraf Hakimi emerged as the standout performer for Morocco, driving the team forward with relentless energy. Despite falling behind early in the match due to an own goal in the 10th minute, Morocco responded, with Hakimi himself netting the equalizer around the half-hour mark. His dynamic play was a constant threat to the Haitian defense throughout the first half.

Haiti regained the lead with a spectacular long-range strike in the second half, leaving Morocco once again needing to claw their way back. However, Morocco's resilience shone through. Just before halftime, Hakimi provided the assist for Saibari, who leveled the score at 2-2, ensuring the teams went into the break tied.

The second half saw a more subdued pace compared to the frenetic first half. Morocco eventually found the decisive goals to seal their victory and secure their progression in the tournament. The win, driven by Hakimi's leadership and the team's fighting spirit, ensures Morocco moves on to the next stage of the World Cup.