Amen Thompson presents award at Morocco vs. Canada World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Amen Thompson, a forward for the Houston Rockets, represented Houston at the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the Round of 16 game between Morocco and Canada. The match, held in Houston, Texas, saw Morocco eliminate Canada with a 3-0 victory, securing a place in the quarterfinals. Thompson presented the "Superior Player of the Match" award to Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who scored two goals. This event marked the final World Cup game played in Houston as the tournament approaches its conclusion.
- •The match was part of the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- •Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 to progress to the quarterfinals.
- •Amen Thompson presented the match award to Azzedine Ounahi.
- •The game took place in Houston, marking the last World Cup match there.
- •Ounahi scored two goals in the victory.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets forward makes appearance at 2026 FIFA World Cup
"Amen Thompson had the honor of representing the city of Houston at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a Round of 16 matchup between Morocco and Canada.
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