The Canada vs. Morocco lineups are confirmed for today’s Round of 16 World Cup match at 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX. Morocco looks to further advance, repeating their semifinal appearance in the 2022 World Cup, while Canada is seeking their first World Cup quarterfinals appearance.
Morocco is rolling out a familiar lineup, with one change at center-back. Meanwhile, Canada is shaking it up with three new starters, including two changes in the midfield.
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Confirmed Canada Lineup vs. Morocco for World Cup Round of 16
Canada Formation: 4-4-2
- Goalkeeper: Maxime Crépeau
- Defenders: Richie Laryea, Luc De Fougerolles, Moïse Bombito, Alistair Johnston
- Midfield: Ali Ahmed, Stephen Eustaquio, Niko Sigur, Tajon Buchanan
- Forwards: Jonathan David, Tani Oluwaseyi
Canada subs vs. Morocco: Promise David, Cyle Larin, Jayden Nelson, Jacob Shaffelburg, Liam Millar, Mathieu Choinière, Nathan Saliba, Jonathan Osorio, Alphonso Davies, Derek Cornelius, Joel Waterman, Alfie Jones, Owen Goodman, Dayne St. Clair
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Confirmed Morocco Lineup vs. Canada for World Cup Round of 16
Morocco Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Goalkeeper: Bono
- Defense: Noussair Mazraoui, Issa Diop, Redouane Halhal, Achraf Hakimi
- Midfield: Neil El Aynaoui, Ayyoub Bouaddi
- Forwards: Bilal El Khannouss, Azzedine Ounahi, Brahim Díaz
- Striker: Ismael Saibari
Morocco subs vs. Canada: Chemsdine Talbi, Soufiane Rahimi, Ayoub El Kaabi, Amine Sbai, Gessime Yassine, Ayoube Amaimouni, Samir El Mourabet, Sofyan Amrabat, Anass Salah-Eddine, Youssef Belammari, Marwane Saadane, Zakaria El Ouahdi, Chadi Riad, Munir El Kajoui, Reda Tagnaouti
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Canada vs. Morocco Lineups Analysis: Riad Not Starting, Canada’s Wholesale Changes
Morocco CB Chadi Riad had an injury scare in the Round of 32, substituting at the 75th minute in the win vs. the Netherlands. Despite returning to training ahead of this matchup, Riad is a substitute today, while Redouane Halhal earned the starting center-back spot.
For Canada, LB Alphonso Davies continues to take the spotlight. He finally made his World Cup debut and first international appearance since March 2025 in the Round of 32 match vs. South Africa. Davies played only 15 minutes as a substitute.
Another limited role could be ahead, with Davies listed as a sub for today’s Round of 16 clash, keeping Richie Laryea as the starting left-back.
The Canadiens’ notable changes come in the midfield, with Ali Ahmed and Niko Sigur replacing Liam Millar and Nathan Saliba in the starting lineup. Perhaps this is an attempt to change the possession game, with FotMob crediting Morocco with a 61.7% average possession (seventh) compared to Canada’s 56.6% mark (16th).
Additionally, Luc De Fougerolles has replaced Canada CB Derek Cornelius in the starting XI. Canada continues to opt for ST Tani Oluwaseyi over ST Cyle Larin next to Jonathan David in the front line.
Les Rouges will have their work cut out for them, with Morocco conceding only 3.2 expected goals (tied for 10th) in World Cup 2026.
For a match breakdown — including player picks, trends, key players, and how we’re reading this matchup — check out our full Canada vs. Morocco prediction article.
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Will Canada’s changes in the starting lineup be enough to overcome the underdog role vs. Morocco? Following a big win over the Netherlands, Morocco features a mostly unchanged starting XI for today’s Round of 16 clash.
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