Canada vs Morocco result and match review

Michael Olise’s yellow card remained in place before France faced Morocco, while Ismael Saibari was ruled out. France won 2-0 and Olise avoided suspension.

Cody Gakpo opened the scoring during a difficult week for his family. Morocco forced extra time and eliminated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties.

Morocco reached the World Cup round of 16 by beating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Monterrey.

FIFA's demand for 'at cost' transport services across the 2026 World Cup's three host nations has created fresh tensions with host cities. The dispute over transportation costs threatens to impact ticket prices, fan accessibility, and competitive integrity as the expanded 48-team tournament faces unprecedented logistical challenges.

Canada's new national registry of banned sports officials arrives too late for victims of convicted coach Bob Birarda, who are now suing BC Soccer for enabling decades of sexual abuse. The voluntary registry exposes critical gaps in safeguarding that allowed predators to operate unchecked ahead of the 2026 World Cup.