The 2026 World Cup enters its decisive stage with the duel between Canada and Morocco for the round of 16. The match will be played this Monday at the Houston stadium and the winner will advance to the quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of the series between France and Paraguay.
Canada arrives strengthened after an outstanding group stage, in which it beat Qatar 6-0 with a hat trick from Jonathan David. In the round of 32 they beat South Africa 1-0 with a goal from Stephen Eustáquio in the 92nd minute.
Morocco faces the match as one of the strongest teams in the tournament thanks to its defensive order and the talent of figures such as Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Díaz, who have been decisive in its World Cup campaign.
The Englishman Michael Oliver will direct the match, accompanied by Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring as assistants. Danny Makkelie will be the fourth official.
Follow the minute by minute of the meeting live on PrensaLibre.com: