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Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals
By Kristie Rieken | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.
It’s Morocco’s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals after becoming the first African te...
Key takeaway Neither team was able to break through until Ounahi took a free kick from Achraf Hakimi and made a right-footed shot through traffic from outside the box to the bottom right corner to put Morocco on top 1-0 in the 50th minute.
Why this matters in Frisco News
For Frisco residents with international roots, Morocco's historic win in the World Cup round of 16 is a significant moment. As a community with a growing diverse population, Frisco is home to many who closely follow global soccer. The city's own cultural events and festivals often reflect the vibrant heritage of its residents, and international soccer matches like this one can bring people together. Morocco's achievement as the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once may resonate with Frisco's African diaspora community, and the city's soccer enthusiasts will likely be watching the team's next match against France with great interest. The fact that Morocco's goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was born in Canada to Moroccan parents adds a unique layer to the story, highlighting the complex connections between nations and communities that are reflected in Frisco's own diverse population.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.
It’s Morocco’s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals after becoming the first African te...
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