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Canada vs. Morocco player ratings: Who stood out as Atlas Lions advance?
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Morocco ended Canada's historic World Cup knockout debut with a ruthless 3-0 victory at NRG Stadium, all three goals arriving after the break.
Azzedine Ounahi struck twice to break the hosts' resistance, converting a worked set-piece at 50 minutes before punishing a defensive error on the counter at 82 minutes.
Soufiane Rahimi sealed the result in stoppage time as Canada's dominance in chances and corners counted for nothing against Morocco's efficient finishing and Yassine Bounou's inspired goalkeeping.
DAZN News rates each set of players and our player of the match:
Canada vs. Morocco Player of the Match
Azzedine Ounahi (Morocco)
Ounahi delivered two decisive finishes to send Morocco into the quarter-finals.
His opener at 50 minutes came from a rehearsed set-piece, arriving unmarked at the edge of the area to strike first-time past Maxime Crépeau.
His second at 82 minutes demonstrated composure on the counter-attack, cutting inside before firing past the goalkeeper to effectively end Canada's hopes.
The midfielder was withdrawn at 87 minutes to a standing ovation, his two-goal contribution securing Morocco's progression.
Canada vs. Morocco Player Ratings
Canada
Maxime Crépeau (5.9): Conceded three but made an important first-half save from Rahimi.
Richie Laryea (5.8): Booked after altercation with Hakimi; struggled to contain Morocco's movement.
Luc De Fougerolles (4.9): Foul led to opener; passing error sparked Morocco's second-goal counter.
Moïse Bombito (5.5): Physical in duels but distribution problems repeatedly surrendered possession cheaply.
Alistair Johnston (6.0): Steady defensively; late shot went wide during Canada's desperate push.
Ali Ahmed (5.9): Provided energy centrally but couldn't break through Morocco's defensive structure.
Stephen Eustaquio (6.7): Canada's most consistent performer; quality set-piece delivery and smart fouls won.
Niko Sigur (5.8): Quiet afternoon in midfield; peripheral involvement before late substitution.
Tajon Buchanan (6.4): Canada's main attacking threat; long-range effort forced excellent Bounou save.
Tani Oluwaseyi (6.1): Mobile in attack during first half; replaced as Canada chased the game.
Jonathan David (6.2): Denied twice by Bounou; free kick from dangerous position sailed over.
Cyle Larin (5.4): Booked minutes after entering for foul on goalkeeper; minimal positive impact.
Jacob Shaffelburg (6.1): Showed intent with direct running; delivery quality inconsistent from the flank.
Promise David (5.7): Offered height for aerial balls; struggled to connect with crosses.
Jayden Nelson (5.6): Late cameo provided little impact as Morocco closed out victory.
Jonathan Osorio (5.5): Brief appearance in a lost cause; couldn't create meaningful openings.
Morocco
Yassine Bounou (7.7): Commanding display; crucial saves denied David and Buchanan's long-range strike.
Noussair Mazraoui (6.4): Contributed defensively with headers and clearances; showed some physical discomfort.
Issa Diop (6.7): Central defensive stability throughout; physical presence dealt with aerial threats.
Redouane Halhal (6.3): Early booking limited aggression; functional defensive work in the backline.
Achraf Hakimi (7.9): Captain delivered assist for opener; driving runs created constant attacking threat.
Neil El Aynaoui (6.6): Provided midfield balance; helped shield defence during Canada's pressure spells.
Ayyoub Bouaddi (6.5): Composed on the ball before replacement; helped maintain possession advantage.
Bilal El Khannouss (6.2): Booked late in first half; subdued performance without creative spark.
Azzedine Ounahi (9.3): Match-winner with two composed second-half finishes to seal progression.
Brahim Díaz (8.4): Transformed Morocco's attack with two assists; counter-attacking threat throughout.
Ismael Saibari (5.7): Muscular injury at 22 minutes ended involvement before making an impact.
Soufiane Rahimi (7.6): Excellent substitute; sealed victory in stoppage time and hit post earlier.
Sofyan Amrabat (6.8): Brought experience and composure; helped Morocco manage closing stages professionally.
Chemsdine Talbi (6.4): Fresh legs from the bench; contributed defensively as Canada pushed forward.
Samir El Mourabet (6.1): Brief cameo helped maintain organisation during the final stages.
Marwane Saadane (6.1): Late defensive substitution; helped deal with Canada's aerial bombardment.
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