Morocco secured a spot in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup despite a challenging first half against Haiti, ultimately winning 4-2 in Atlanta on Wednesday. This victory placed them second in their group, trailing Brazil. The Moroccan team, known as the Atlas Lions, demonstrated resilience to overcome a strong Haitian performance. They will now face the winner of Group F in Monterrey, Mexico, on June 29th. The qualification marks a significant advancement for the national team in the ongoing tournament. This is a first for Morocco in the expanded 48-team format. The match was closely watched as a key indicator of Morocco’s potential in the competition.