FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco's Saibari makes history during clash against Haiti, makes Africa proud

FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco's Saibari makes history during clash against Haiti, makes Africa proud reports a breakthrough match as Morocco surged to a 4-2 win over Haiti in Group C in Atlanta on June 25. Ismael Saibari scored in his third straight group-stage appearance, making history as the first African player to score in each of his team’s three group matches at the tournament, according to OptaJoe. Haiti stunned Morocco in the 10th minute via an own goal after a cross by Jean-Kevin Duverne deflected off goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. Morocco replied with Achraf Hakimi at 39th and Saibari equalized at stoppage time after Wilson Isidor’s 43rd-minute strike restored Haiti’s lead to 2-1. Around 70 minutes, substitutions including Soufiane Rahimi shifted momentum; Rahimi scored in the 78th and assisted Gessime Yassine for the 89th goal. Morocco dominated possession with about 70% of the ball and finished with 22 shots, 11 on target.