Canada dominated the first half of their World Cup round of 16 match against Morocco but couldn't break the deadlock, leaving the score 0-0 at halftime in Houston. The host nation created several opportunities but was thwarted by Moroccan goalkeeper Bono and some wasteful finishing. macnevers-and-co.beer
Morocco struggled to find their rhythm initially but improved after the hydration break, though they were dealt a blow when key striker Saibari left injured. Both teams reached this stage as second-place finishers in their groups, with Canada having eliminated South Africa in dramatic fashion, while Morocco advanced past the Netherlands in a penalty shootout where their goalkeeper Bono was the hero.
