Ziyech scored a stunning goal for Morocco: Hakim Ziyech inspired Morocco to a 2-1 win over Canada in their World Cup final Group F game on Thursday at the Al Thumama Stadium.
- Morocco complete their group games unbeaten
- They have conceded only once
- Ziyech is impressive as Atlas Lions outshine Canada
WHAT HAPPENED? With composure, Ziyech broke the deadlock in the fourth minute. A huge mistake by Canada goalkeeper Milan Borjan created the perfect opportunity for the forward to score.
Borjan played the ball directly to Ziyech, who lofted it over the keeper and into the net.
Canada launched an attack in the 15th minute, with Tajon Buchanan leading the onslaught. He surged forward and picked out Cyle Larin, whose effort went inches wide, which meant an opportunity lost for the North Americans.
Watch Ziyech scored a stunning goal
THE BIGGER PICTURE: After failing to score in their last two games, En-Nesyri looked lively against the Canadians. His performance is a vindication of coach Walid Regragui’s confidence in the center-forward.
As Morocco progress to the next round, En-Nesyri must be as lethal as possible in front of the goal to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
As was the case against Belgium, Ziyech was impressive on the right of their front three. He has been in tantalising form, and Regragui’s decision to have him return to the national side has paid off already.
ALL EYES ON: After topping their group that had high-ranking Belgium and 2018 finalists Croatia, the Moroccans go into the knockout stages with their morale sky high.
Belgium who the Atlas Lions handed a 2-0 defeat, was eliminated after a goalless draw against the Croats.
WHAT NEXT FOR MOROCCO? The Atlas Lions are through to the last 16 of the World Cup for just the second time in their history.
source: goal.com
