World Cup 2026: Morocco complete comeback against Haiti in Group C clash

World Cup 2026: Morocco complete comeback against Haiti in Group C clash Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 in a dramatic Group C encounter in Atlanta, in a match that was level at half-time after a breathless first period. Achraf Hakimi and Ismaël Saibari restored parity before Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine struck late to seal victory, as Haiti were ultimately undone by Morocco’s late pressure and attacking depth. Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 on Wednesday in Atlanta in a pulsating World Cup 2026 Group C clash. Haiti stunned the Atlas Lions early on when Jean-Ricner Bellegarde’s free kick set up the opening goal after a defensive lapse, before Achraf Hakimi levelled from close range following sustained Moroccan pressure. The match exploded before the break as Wilson Isidor produced a stunning long-range strike in the 43rd minute to restore Haiti’s lead. However, Morocco responded immediately in stoppage time, with Achraf Hakimi involved in the build-up before squaring for Ismaël Saibari, who finished into the bottom-left corner to make it 2-2 at half-time. After the restart, Morocco gradually took control, producing a wave of chances through Hakimi and Bilal El Khannouss. Soufiane Rahimi eventually put the Atlas Lions ahead in the 78th minute, reacting quickest to a loose ball inside the box after sustained pressure from a corner. Haiti pushed late on but were exposed in the final minutes, with Gessime Yassine sealing the win after a quick reaction inside the penalty area to complete Morocco’s comeback and secure a hard-fought victory. (FRANCE 24 with AFP)