Hakimi leads African victory, but Haiti's resistance steals the show in Atlanta
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Morocco secured its spot in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup with a 4-2 victory over Haiti in Atlanta. The duo of full-backs, led by Achraf Hakimi, was decisive for the African triumph, while Haiti, though eliminated, maintained its best offensive campaign in the tournament. The Moroccan team finished Group C in second place, behind only Brazil in goal difference.
The African qualification for the Round of 16 solidifies Morocco as an emerging force in global soccer, but Haiti’s resistance stole the spotlight by avoiding a humiliating defeat. Morocco accumulated 4 points, two more than Canada, which finished third in the group, while Haiti ended with 3 points but had the best goal average among the eliminated teams. Haiti’s campaign exposed defensive weaknesses in traditionally stronger teams like Switzerland and Uruguay, which also did not advance from the group, reinforcing the idea that the 2026 World Cup will be marked by unpredictable results.
Hakimi commanded the right back with a solid performance, scoring one goal and providing two assists, numbers that reinforce his importance in Walid Regragui’s tactical scheme. The Haitians, despite not advancing, left Atlanta with the pride of an offensive campaign that earned praise, with midfielder Soni Mustivar standing out after scoring two goals in the match. Haiti’s performance, though short-lived, served as a warning to soccer powerhouses, showing that even teams with limited budgets can threaten favorites when playing with intensity and organization.
'The Haiti team played with courage and showed potential,' said Morocco’s coach after the game. ' The Moroccan victory sets the stage for the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, while Haiti’s campaign humanizes the competitive narrative, showing that results do not erase memorable performances. For Morocco, the win is a step forward in its journey to consolidate itself as an African powerhouse, following its historic 2022 World Cup campaign.
The elimination of teams like Switzerland and Uruguay in the same group reinforces the idea that global soccer is becoming increasingly competitive and that favorites can no longer rely on automatic results. What’s next: Morocco now faces the Round of 16 against an opponent yet to be determined, while Haiti concludes its participation with high morale. The next phase promises even more balanced matchups, with Morocco aiming to replicate its 2022 success.
Haiti’s campaign, despite elimination, has already entered history as an example of perseverance in World Cups. The Moroccan victory sets the stage for the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup and reinforces Morocco as an emerging force in global soccer, while Haiti’s campaign exposes the growing competitiveness of the international scene and the volatility of results in World Cups. Hakimi’s performance solidifies his status among the best full-backs in the world, and Haiti’s campaign serves as inspiration for teams considered 'small' in global soccer. Read at Trivela
Morocco’s victory sets the stage for the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup and reinforces the nation as an emerging force in global soccer, while Haiti’s campaign exposes the growing competitiveness of the international scene and the volatility of results in World Cups. The elimination of traditional powerhouses like Switzerland and Uruguay in the same group reinforces the idea that the 2026 World Cup will be unpredictable. Hakimi’s performance solidifies his status among the best full-backs in the world, and Haiti’s campaign serves as inspiration for teams considered 'small' in global soccer, proving that organization and intensity can challenge even the powerhouses.
Trivelatrivela.com.brBy Matheus RochaJun 25, 12:05 AMpt
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