Canada vs. Morocco: Teams to face off in Round of 16 World Cup match
Posted on: Jun 12, 2026 01:35 IST | Posted by: Cbc
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All that said, Canada has to tighten up today.
That 2-1 defeat to Switzerland showed how losing concentration against higher ranked teams can be very costly: twice Canada's defence switched off, and twice they were punished.
The Canadians have otherwise been excellent at the back. Alistair Johnson might just be their player of the tournament so far, tracking players well and throwing in solid tackles but also providing an attacking threat down the right wing.
Luc de Fougerolles, just 20 years old, has been a revelation in covering for the injured Moïse Bombito, whose steady presence was nevertheless hugely welcomed during his 60 minutes of action against South Africa. Derek Cornelius and Richie Laryea have also impressed.
Each one will need to be switched on for all 90 — or 120 — minutes of today's match if Canada hopes to make it any further in this tournament.
We've lost some big teams in this World Cup already: Croatia, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands. But all three co-hosts remain, including, some would say most surprisingly, Canada.
You could argue the Canadians' group was one of the easier ones to navigate; that the Round of 32 draw was kind to them. But it's more difficult to argue that they don't deserve to be here. Canada has shown determination, heart, and no shortage of skill during their run to the last 16.
But now comes the biggest test yet: the first time in the tournament Canada is facing a top 10 team. The Moroccans are fast, organized and capable of slicing teams open with pinpoint passing, as shown in this World Cup against the likes of Brazil and the Netherlands. Will determination, heart and a sprinkling of skill be enough for Canada today?
Having arguably exceeded expectations for this tournament, and now playing away from home as underdogs, the Canadians must feel like a lot of pressure has been lifted from their shoulders. Hopefully that will result in a confident approach and they can let their talent shine through.
One thing is certain: there will be fireworks on the field in Houston this July 4.
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