Canada will be playing Morocco at Houston Stadium for the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Morocco is seen as a big challenge for Canada since the African side is considered one of the best teams in the competition.
Canada reached this stage after finishing second in Group B with four points, winning one game, drawing one, and losing one.
Canada then played South Africa in the Round of 32 last weekend, where Canada won 1-0 with a late goal from Stephen Eustaquio. Canada will play in the Round of 16 of a World Cup for the first time.
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The match today is crucial for Canada to create more World Cup history, after already picking up their first points, first win, and first knockout stage win.
Results That Impact Canada
If Canada beats Morocco in 90 minutes, after extra time, or in a penalty shootout, it will play in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. Their opponents will be either Paraguay or France. Paraguay vs. France will be played after the Canada vs. Morocco match.
If the match ends in a draw after 90 minutes, the match will go to extra time for 30 minutes. If the game remains a draw after extra time, the winner will be decided through a penalty shootout.
If Canada loses to Morocco in 90 minutes, after extra time, or in a penalty shootout, they will be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
