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Ismael Saibari

Ismael Saibari — Moroccan footballer who scored against Brazil and Scotland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.

2026-06-142026-09-18

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz headlines the squad, with Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Ismael Saibari, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Achraf Hakimi, Soufiane Rahimi, and Yassine Nounou all getting called up as well.

    Morocco announce friendly with Black Stars on October 4
  3. July 2026
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    They will probably be without midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, who has been suffering from a muscle injury, while Morocco are ⁠expected to be without key striker Ismael Saibari.

    Morocco to test France World Cup credentials
  5. The Chronicle

    Fitness Concerns Morocco’s main fitness doubt concerns Bayern Munich new boy Ismael Saibari, who impressed during the group stage but was withdrawn early in their last-16 clash.

    France and Morocco lock horns in World Cup semi-final
  6. Joy Online

    In addition to the two against the Canadians, he also set up Ismael Saibari’s goals in the 1-1 draw with Brazil and the 1-0 victory over Scotland.

    Diaz happy to make a difference for Morocco
  7. Joy Online

    Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven have also identified Amoako Jnr as a potential replacement for Ismael Saibari, who completed a summer move to Bayern Munich.

    Four European clubs battle for Prince Amoako Jnr’s signature
  8. June 2026
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    Morocco pegged the Caribbean nation back twice thanks to goals from Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari before Rahimi scored with 12 minutes to go and Yassine secured the victory.

    Morocco beat Haiti to progress as runners-up
  10. Joy Online

    Morocco pegged the Caribbean nation back twice – thanks to goals from Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari – before Rahimi scored with 12 minutes to go and Yassine secured the victory.

    Morocco beat Haiti to progress as runners-up
  11. Joy Online

    The Atlas Lions’ solitary goal came courtesy of Ismael Saibari, who ran past the Scottish back line, brought down a well-weighted ball from Brahim Diaz and slammed the ball past Angus Gunn and into the roof of the net.

    Saibari screamer seals Morocco victory against Scotland
  12. Daily Guide

    Morocco stunned the South Americans in the 21st minute when Ismael Saibari capitalised on a defensive misunderstanding between goalkeeper Alisson Becker and his backline, calmly lifting the ball over the advancing Liverpool shot-stopper from outside the penalty area.

    Vinicius Rescues Brazil As Morocco Earn Historic World Cup Draw
  13. Joy Online

    Brazil fell behind in the 21st minute when Ismael Saibari lifted the ball over the onrushing Alisson Becker from outside the area following a lapse in communication between the Liverpool goalkeeper and his defenders, Gabriel and Marquinhos.

    2026 World Cup: Vinicius Jr rescues draw as Brazil come from behind

Yesterday

  1. Morocco to face Ghana friendly in Tangier on October 4

    Morocco have announced a friendly against Ghana on October 4 in Tangier during an international break that will also include Morocco's 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Gabon and Lesotho. Mohamed Ouahbi's squad largely retains players from Morocco's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. France faces Morocco in World Cup quarter-final rematch

    France will play Morocco in today's World Cup quarter-final, a rematch of the 2022 semi-final. Morocco arrive as confident contenders after winning their group unbeaten and defeating Canada 3-0 in the last 16, presenting a different challenge than France's previous knockout opponents.

    9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. France faces Morocco in World Cup semi-final rematch

    France and Morocco meet in a World Cup semi-final rematch in Boston on Thursday, with the winner advancing to the final four. France have won 11 of their last 12 competitive matches and are favored, led by coach Didier Deschamps in what will be his final tournament.

    9 July 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 4 July

  1. Morocco beats Canada 3-0, Diaz shines with two assists

    Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with playmaker Brahim Diaz delivering two assists. The victory advances the Atlas Lions to the quarter-finals, matching their achievement at Qatar 2022 and making them the first African team to reach the quarter-finals in two different World Cup editions.

    4 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Four European clubs pursue Ghanaian winger Prince Amoako Jnr

    Brighton & Hove Albion, PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord and Coventry City have expressed interest in signing 19-year-old Ghanaian winger Prince Amoako Jnr from Danish side FC Nordsjaelland following his breakthrough season, with Coventry City reportedly prepared to offer around €30 million.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. Morocco beat Haiti 2-3, Haiti scores first World Cup goal in 52 years

    Morocco defeated Haiti with late goals from Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine, but the result was not enough for Morocco to top Group C as Brazil beat Scotland. Haiti scored their first World Cup goal in 52 years when Lenny Joseph's effort was credited as an own goal, and the team was eliminated before their final group-stage match.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 25 June

  1. Morocco beat Haiti 2-1 in World Cup group stage match

    Morocco defeated Haiti 2-1 in a Group C match, with Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scoring late goals after Haiti had twice taken the lead. Morocco advanced as runners-up in the group and will face either the Netherlands, Japan or Sweden in the last 32, while Haiti were eliminated from the tournament.

    25 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 20 June

  1. Morocco defeats Scotland with fastest World Cup goal

    Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 at Boston Stadium, with Ismael Saibari scoring the fastest goal in tournament history. The victory leaves Morocco on four points atop Group C.

    20 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 15 June

  1. Vinicius equalizes as Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup

    Vinicius Junior scored in the 32nd minute to secure a 1-1 draw for Brazil against Morocco in a World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Morocco's Ismael Saibari had opened the scoring in the 21st minute, marking the first goal the African champions have scored against South American opposition at a World Cup.

    15 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Sunday 14 June

  1. Vinicius Jr goal rescues Brazil 1-1 draw against Morocco

    Vinicius Jr scored in the 37th minute to earn Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening 2026 World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, after Brazil fell behind to Ismael Saibari's goal in the 21st minute.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online

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