Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 as Saibari scores fastest goal of World Cup 2026
Philippine Daily Inquirer—Morocco defeated Scotland 1-0 in World Cup 2026 group-stage play, with Ismael Saibari's early strike setting the record as the fastest goal scored in this edition of the tournament. The win put Morocco in firm control of their group and left Scotland facing an uphill battle for advancement. Morocco's performance impressed observers, with their disciplined defensive organization and clinical finishing on display. Haiti and Turkey were also eliminated in the same match day's results. The victory reinforced Morocco's status as one of the stronger African sides in the tournament after their historic run to the semifinal at the 2022 World Cup.
- Philippine Daily Inquirer — Morocco beat Scotland at World Cup on Saibari's early goal
- SBS News — Haiti and Turkey were also eliminated on the same match day Morocco beat Scotland.
- Al Jazeera — Saibari's goal was confirmed as the fastest scored in the 2026 World Cup.
- Reuters — Morocco dominated Scotland physically, winning 1-0 to take control of their World Cup group.