📅 June 25, 2026 | By Pulse India News Desk
Achraf Hakimi scores Morocco’s first goal against Haiti in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match.
| Match | Morocco vs Haiti |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group C |
| Venue | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta |
| Final Score | Morocco 4-2 Haiti |
| Morocco Goals | ⚽ Achraf Hakimi 39’, ⚽ Ismael Saibari 45+1’, ⚽ Soufiane Rahimi 78’, ⚽ Gessime Yassine 89’ |
| Haiti Goals | ⚽ Yassine Bounou 10’ OG, ⚽ Wilson Isidor 43’ |
| Result | Morocco qualified for the Round of 32 as Group C runners-up; Haiti eliminated. |
Hakimi Inspires Morocco Comeback, Atlas Lions Reach Round Of 32
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C finale at Atlanta Stadium, recovering from two first-half setbacks to confirm their place in the Round of 32.
Achraf Hakimi led the response with a goal and assist, while substitutes Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine delivered the late goals that turned Morocco’s dominance into victory.
- Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in their final Group C match.
- Brazil and Morocco qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32.
- Achraf Hakimi scored Morocco’s first goal and assisted Ismael Saibari before half-time.
- Haiti twice shocked Morocco in the first half through an own goal and Wilson Isidor’s brilliant strike.
- Morocco dominated with 69% possession, 19 shots and 12 shots on target.
- Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine made decisive second-half impacts from the bench.
- Morocco finished second in Group C with seven points, behind Brazil on goal difference.
Morocco Beat Haiti 4-2 In Atlanta Thriller
Morocco secured their Round of 32 place with a dramatic 4-2 win over Haiti in Atlanta, but the result was far from straightforward. Haiti, already eliminated before kick-off, played without fear and twice punished Morocco’s defensive transitions in a chaotic first half.
The match began with a surprise Haiti opener in the 10th minute when Lenny Joseph’s near-post attempt deflected off goalkeeper Yassine Bounou and into the net. Morocco pushed forward relentlessly and were rewarded in the 39th minute when Achraf Hakimi reacted quickly to score from a rebound.
Haiti stunned Morocco again four minutes later through Wilson Isidor’s spectacular long-range strike, but Hakimi immediately responded as creator, delivering a low cross for Ismael Saibari to make it 2-2 in first-half stoppage time.
Ismael Saibari celebrates after scoring Morocco’s second goal against Haiti in Atlanta.
📊 Match Statistics
| Metric | Morocco | Haiti | Match Reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 4 | 2 | Morocco’s attacking depth decided the contest |
| Possession | 69% | 31% | Morocco controlled territory and tempo |
| Shots | 19 | 7 | Morocco created consistent pressure |
| Shots on Target | 12 | 2 | Morocco tested Haiti repeatedly |
| Passes | 526 | 235 | Morocco dominated ball circulation |
| Passing Accuracy | 91% | 83% | Morocco were cleaner in possession |
| Fouls | 10 | 18 | Haiti defended with physical intensity |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 3 | Haiti’s pressure led to bookings |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 | No dismissals |
| Offsides | 5 | 0 | Morocco repeatedly attacked the defensive line |
| Corners | 9 | 1 | Morocco dominated set-piece pressure |
🔎 Tactical Analysis
Morocco’s 4-2-3-1 Control: Mohamed Ouahbi’s side used a 4-2-3-1 shape with Sofyan Amrabat and Neil El Aynaoui giving the midfield structure. Morocco controlled possession and pushed both full-backs high, especially on the right through Achraf Hakimi.
Hakimi The Difference Maker: Hakimi was Morocco’s most influential player. He scored the equaliser by reacting quickest inside the box and then created Saibari’s goal with a precise low delivery before half-time.
Haiti’s Compact 4-4-2: Haiti defended in a 4-4-2 block and looked to counter quickly through Wilson Isidor and Lenny Joseph. The approach worked well in the first half, as Morocco struggled with defensive transition tracking.
Isidor’s Moment Of Quality: Wilson Isidor produced Haiti’s best moment with a superb curling strike from distance. It gave Haiti a 2-1 lead and briefly put Morocco under major pressure.
Substitutions Changed The Match: Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine came on around the 69th minute and immediately added pace, energy and direct running. Rahimi scored Morocco’s third and then helped create the late fourth for Yassine.
📊 Match Timeline
| Minute | Event | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 10’ | ⚽ Yassine Bounou own goal | Haiti take a surprise 1-0 lead after a near-post deflection. |
| 24’ | 🟨 Danley Jean Jacques booked | Haiti midfielder stops a Morocco counter-attack. |
| 32’ | Johny Placide saves from Bilal El Khannouss | Morocco begin to increase pressure. |
| 39’ | ⚽ Achraf Hakimi scores | Morocco equalise after a rebound inside the box. |
| 43’ | ⚽ Wilson Isidor scores | Haiti restore the lead with a superb long-range curling finish. |
| 45+1’ | ⚽ Ismael Saibari scores | Morocco level the match before half-time from Hakimi’s cross. |
| 55’ | 🟨 Chadi Riad booked | Morocco defender cautioned after stopping a Haiti break. |
| 69’ | 🔄 Rahimi and Yassine introduced | Morocco add fresh attacking energy. |
| 74’ | Ricardo Adé goal-line clearance | Haiti survive a major Morocco chance. |
| 78’ | ⚽ Soufiane Rahimi scores | Morocco lead for the first time at 3-2. |
| 89’ | ⚽ Gessime Yassine scores | Morocco seal victory with a late fourth goal. |
| 90+4’ | 🏁 Full-Time | Morocco win 4-2 and qualify for the Round of 32. |
📋 Confirmed Playing XIs & Formations
Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou
Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Redouane Halhal, Chadi Riad, Anass Salah-Eddine
Defensive Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Neil El Aynaoui
Attacking Midfielders: Brahim Díaz, Ismael Saibari, Bilal El Khannouss
Forward: Ayoub El Kaabi
Approach: Morocco used possession, right-flank overloads and sustained pressure to stretch Haiti’s defensive block.
Goalkeeper: Johny Placide
Defenders: Jean-Kévin Duverne, Ricardo Adé, Hannes Delcroix, Martin Expérience
Midfielders: Josué Casimir, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Danley Jean Jacques, Ruben Providence
Forwards: Wilson Isidor, Lenny Joseph
Approach: Haiti defended compactly and attacked quickly through direct balls into Isidor and Joseph.
⭐ Top Performers
⭐ Achraf Hakimi: Morocco’s best player on the night. Scored the equaliser, assisted Saibari and repeatedly drove attacks from the right flank.
⭐ Soufiane Rahimi: Came off the bench and changed the match with direct running, a goal and late attacking involvement.
⭐ Gessime Yassine: Added freshness in the final third and scored Morocco’s fourth goal to secure qualification.
⭐ Ismael Saibari: Showed composure under pressure by finishing Morocco’s second goal in stoppage time.
⭐ Wilson Isidor: Scored Haiti’s best goal of the tournament with a spectacular strike from distance.
Morocco fans show support for Achraf Hakimi before the Group C match against Haiti in Atlanta.
🏆 Final Group C Standings
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | +6 | 7 | ✅ Group Winners |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 7 | ✅ Qualified |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 3 | Third-place ranking race |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | ❌ Eliminated |
📅 Qualification Scenario & Next Fixture
| Team | Scenario |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Qualified as Group C winners after finishing ahead of Morocco on goal difference. |
| Morocco | Qualified for the Round of 32 as Group C runners-up and are set to face the winners of Group F. |
| Scotland | Finished third with three points and must wait on the third-place qualification picture. |
| Haiti | Eliminated after finishing fourth with zero points. |
Morocco were tested by a fearless Haiti side, but the Atlas Lions showed resilience, quality and depth to complete a comeback victory. Hakimi’s leadership and the late impact of Rahimi and Yassine proved decisive.
Haiti leave the tournament without a point, but their performance in Atlanta showed fight, pace and attacking ambition. Wilson Isidor’s goal was one of the standout moments of the match.
Player of the Match: Achraf Hakimi ⭐
Key Moment: Soufiane Rahimi’s 78th-minute goal
Morocco Status: Qualified for Round of 32
Pulse India News Rating: 8.5/10
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