FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco vs Haiti kick-off time, venue, squads
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
Morocco take on an already-eliminated Haiti in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C fixture on Thursday, 26 June, with kick-off set for 3:30 AM IST at Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, United States. The Atlas Lions enter the match with four points from two games and a clear objective: win, and keep pressure on group leaders Brazil.
Group C Stakes for Morocco
Coach Mohamed Ouahbi's side currently sit second in Group C, trailing Brazil at the summit. The South Americans face Scotland simultaneously, meaning Morocco must secure all three points and rely on a favourable result in the parallel fixture to have any realistic chance of topping the group. Goal difference and other tiebreakers could also come into play, making a commanding victory the preferred outcome for the Moroccan camp.
Morocco have delivered increasingly assured performances across their first two matches — against both Brazil and Scotland — and that consistency has built genuine belief within the squad that a deep run in the tournament is within reach.
Haiti Playing for Pride and History
For Haiti, elimination was confirmed after back-to-back defeats in the group stage, but the Caribbean nation still has meaningful targets to chase. A positive result would earn them their first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup, while finding the net would mark another notable milestone after a difficult campaign in front of goal. Both achievements would represent historic firsts for Haitian football on the world stage.
Match Preview and Team Dynamics
On paper, Morocco hold a clear advantage across all departments. Their disciplined defensive structure has been one of the tournament's more reliable units, and their attack has shown creativity and sharpness throughout the group phase. Achraf Hakimi, Sofyan Amrabat, and Brahim Díaz are among the key names in a squad packed with European club experience.
Haiti's challenge will be to find a way past that organised Moroccan backline while containing an attack that has consistently caused problems. Morocco start the contest as the clear favourite to close out the group stage with a third positive result.
How to Watch Morocco vs Haiti Live in India
Indian viewers can catch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live on the Zee5 platform and app — a subscription is required for streaming access. Live telecast is available on Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD television channels in India.
Key Match Details and Full Squads
Date and Kick-off: Thursday, 26 June, 3:30 AM IST
Venue: Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, United States
Referee: Danny Makkelie
Morocco Squad —
Goalkeepers: Yassine Bounou, Munir El Kajoui, Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
Defenders: Noussair Mazraoui, Anass Salah-Eddine, Youssef Belammari, Nayef Aguerd, Chadi Riad, Issa Diop, Redouane Halhal, Achraf Hakimi, Zakaria El Ouahdi
Midfielders: Samir El Mourabet, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Neil El Aynaoui, Sofyan Amrabat, Azzedine Ounahi, Bilal El Khannouss, Ismael Saibari
Forwards: Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Chemsdine Talbi, Soufiane Rahimi, Ayoub El Kaabi, Brahim Díaz, Yassine Gessime, Ayoube Amaimouni
Haiti Squad —
Goalkeepers: Johnny Placide, Alexandre Pierre, Josue Duverger
Defenders: Carlens Arcus, Wilguens Paugain, Duke Lacroix, Martin Experience, Jean-Kevin Duverne, Ricardo Ade, Hannes Delcroix, Keeto Thermoncy
Midfielders: Leverton Pierre, Carl-Fred Sainthe, Jean-Jacques Danley, Jeanricner Bellegarde, Pierre Woodenski, Dominique Simon
Forwards: Louicius Deedson, Ruben Providence, Josue Casimir, Derrick Etienne, Wilson Isidor, Duckens Nazon, Frantzdy Pierrot, Yassin Fortune, Lenny Joseph