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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:36am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:36am

Les Bleus in a league of their own

By Amanda Shalala

I was lucky enough to be at both of these teams' round of 32 matches, where Paraguay stunned Germany, and France breezed past Sweden.

On current form it really is difficult to see any team stopping Les Bleus. They have so many dangerous attacking threats, are technically and tactically brilliant, and are playing so cohesively as a team.

While other favourites like Argentina, Spain, and England have had close shaves throughout this tournament, the French have been close to flawless.

Paraguay executed a perfect game plan against Germany, with patience and resolute defence to take it to penalties and then get the win.

No doubt they'll employ similar tactics, but you'd think the quality of France's attack will be too strong for Paraguay's brick wall.

These conditions will be tough for both sides too, this is an outdoor stadium, the home of the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL, and the heat is incredibly energy sapping.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:27am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:27am

Independence Day in Philly

By Amanda Shalala

Hi football fans, I'm in Philadelphia today, aka the Birthplace of America, on the Fourth of July.

It's around 37 degrees here as the extreme heat in this corner of the country continues.

There was supposed to be a massive parade here yesterday to celebrate the holiday but it was cancelled due to the weather, but there is a huge fireworks spectacular and concert planned for tonight.

I visited the Independence National Historical Park earlier to get a vibe check from locals on what the Fourth of July means to them.

I spoke to people who've travelled from across the country, who wanted to be here to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in the place where it happened.

There were plenty of football fans around too, many of them excited to have the World Cup here and to showcase the best of the US to visitors and those watching at home.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:16am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:16am

Morocco strong in second half

By David Hirst

Heartbreak for Canada, but that was an outstanding second half from Morocco.

They soaked up a lot of pressure and caught Canada with some quick counter attacks.

Canada just lacking for little bit of quality to find a goal.

Still, the co-hosts have had a decent World Cup.

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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:05am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:05am

FT: Dominant Morocco beats co-hosts Canada 3-0

By David Hirst

Morocco booked its place in the World Cup quarterfinals by beating co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston.

Canada dominated the first half, playing with intensity and energy, but struggled to create decent chances.

Morocco came out stronger after the break, taking the lead on 50 minutes with only their second shot of the game.

Achraf Hakimi cut back a free-kick to the edge of the box and Azzedine Ounahi fired low into the bottom corner.

Morocco extended its lead on 80 minutes with a swift counter attack.

Ounahi blasting into the top corner after a pass from Brahim Diaz for his second goal of the game.

Morocco got a third in the last seconds of stoppage time, Soufiane Rahimi coolly finishing past the Canada keeper.

Morocco will face either France or Paraguay in the quarterfinals, as Canada becomes the first co-host to be eliminated.

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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:03am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 5:03am

90+8' Morocco makes it 3-0!

By David Hirst

The icing on the cake for Morocco.

Sub Soufiane Rahimi is free in the box and he coolly slots into the bottom corner.

Morocco has been fantastic in the second half.

They are going to the quarterfinals.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:55am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:55am

Eight minutes of stoppage time

By David Hirst

Canada on the brink of a World Cup exit.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:50am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:50am

85' Morocco hits the bar!

By David Hirst

Almost 3-0.

Soufiane Rahimi almost adds a third for Morocco, but his header crashes off the crossbar.

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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:46am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:46am

82' Morocco makes it 2-0! Canada are heading out

By David Hirst

That could be game, set and match for co-hosts Canada.

Canada are on the attack, but the move breaks down and Morocco counter attacks.

Brahim Diaz does well to get into the box, he lays it off to Azzedine Ounahi, who blasts in his second goal of the game.

A real sucker-punch for Canada.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:45am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:45am

79' Decent effort from Canada

By David Hirst

Tajon Buchanan hits a dipping and swerving shot which Bono does well to keep out.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:41am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:41am

77' Canada awarded free-kick

By David Hirst

But here's a chance.

A free-kick right on the edge of the area.

Jonathan David clips it over the wall, but it goes over the bar.

Not a great effort from the Canadian striker.

Canada brings on another striker - Promise David.

Jacob Shaffelburg also on for Canada.

Laryea and Ahmed are off.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:41am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:41am

76' Canada unable to create anything

By David Hirst

Canada seems to have run out of steam.

They've barely been in the Moroccan penalty area this half.

The co-hosts are heading out unless they can find a goal

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:32am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:32am

Time for our second hydration break

By David Hirst

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:26am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:26am

Canada coach looks deflated

By David Hirst

I don't think Jesse Marsch can believe his team is behind.

He makes a change, bringing on Cyle Larin for Tani Oluwaseyi.

Morocco also goes to the bench.

Sofyan Amrabat and Chemsdine Talbi are on for Ayyoub Bouaddi and Bilal El Khannouss.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:20am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:20am

Canada made to pay

By David Hirst

Canada had been dominating but you have to create chances when you're on top.

Canada hasn't really done that and they've been made to pay.

It was only Morocco's second shot on goal in the game.

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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:14am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:14am

50' Morocco takes the lead!!

By David Hirst

Totally against the run of play.

They've barely been in this game but Morocco is in front.

It's a decent goal as well.

Hakimi cuts a free-kick to the edge of the box and Azzedine Ounahi fires low into the bottom corner.

Harsh on Canada but it was a fantastic free-kick routine.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:13am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:13am

48' Panic in Morocco penalty area

By David Hirst

Morocco gives the ball away and it pings around the area.

It doesn't quite drop for a Canadian player and it's cleared for a corner.

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:09am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:09am

Second half kicks off in Houston

By David Hirst

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:02am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 4:02am

Six bookings as tensions boil over

By David Hirst

There were six yellow cards in that half - four for Morocco and two for Canada.

Achraf Hakimi needlessly pushed Canada defender Richie Laryea, which ended in a confrontation between the pair.

Both players were shown a yellow card.

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Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 3:53am

Sun 5 Jul 2026 at 3:53am

HT: Canada on top but level with Morocco at break

By David Hirst

It's been a fantastic performance by Canada.

Full of energy and intensity.

The only downside is that they haven't created many decent changes.

Morocco were totally out of sorts in that first half.

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