Morocco loses striker Ismael Saibari ahead of France clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:56 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Morocco will not have striker Ismael Saibari for their World Cup quarter-final against France on Thursday. Saibari injured his hamstring early in the last-16 match against Canada. Morocco's coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, emphasized the need to compete effectively against their favored opponents. He noted that they have a clear plan for the match, aiming to create scoring opportunities both on the wings and through the center. The teams last met in the World Cup semi-finals in Qatar four years ago.
- •Ismael Saibari injured his hamstring in the last-16 match against Canada.
- •Coach Mohamed Ouahbi emphasizes a strong game plan against France.
- •Morocco has no special plans but acknowledges the challenge.
- •This is a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final.
- •Ouahbi focuses on winning rather than celebrating reaching the quarter-finals.
- 7:02 PMYahoo Sports — Will Ismael Saibari play for Morocco in today's World Cup match?
- 5:56 AMYahoo Sports — Morocco Missing Star For World Cup Clash Against France
"Saibari opens on the bench and is expected to be unavailable after suffering a right hamstring injury vs. Canada.
"Ismael Saibari hurt his hamstring early in the last-16 victory over Canada.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 7:02 PMWill Ismael Saibari play for Morocco in today's World Cup match?
Saibari opens on the bench and is expected to be unavailable after suffering a right hamstring injury vs. Canada.
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 5:56 AMMorocco Missing Star For World Cup Clash Against France
Ismael Saibari hurt his hamstring early in the last-16 victory over Canada.
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