Scotland 0-1 Morocco
An early Morocco goal settled this one, and a quiet, in-form Morocco moved up to 4 points while Scotland was left with work to do.
How the match went
Morocco barely had time to settle before going in front.
Saibari scored in the 2nd minute, so Morocco led almost from the kickoff.
After that, Morocco set up to protect its lead and made itself hard to break down.
It was 0-1 at the break, and Scotland had to chase the game from there.
Scotland kept trying, but could not find a way past Morocco, and the game ended 1-0.
Morocco is quietly having a strong tournament, after it had already drawn 1-1 with Brazil in its opener, and this win takes it to 4 points.
Brazil is at the top of Group C on 4 points with the best goal difference, and Morocco is 2nd on 4, so both are in a strong spot.
Scotland, who had won 1-0 against Haiti in its opener, is 3rd on 3 points and still in it, but now has work to do.
Key moments
- ⚽ 2' Saibari (Morocco)
Goals in the order they were scored.
Match highlights
Watch on YouTube- Date
- Friday, June 19
- Kickoff Time
- 18:00 (New York time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group C
- Stadium
- Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
- Attendance
- 64,146
- Referee
- Ilgiz Tantashev (Uzbekistan)
What's next for Scotland?
Scotland is 3rd in the group on 3 points and still has a chance to go through.
It plays Brazil on June 24 in its final group game.
It is a tough one, and Scotland likely needs a result to reach the next round.
What's next for Morocco?
Morocco is 2nd in the group on 4 points and in a strong spot.
It plays Haiti on June 24 in its final group game.
Morocco will want this win badly, and three points would guarantee them a place in the next round.
Common questions
What was the final score of Scotland vs Morocco?
Morocco won 1-0. It was also 0-1 to Morocco at half-time, as the only goal came very early on.
Who scored in the match?
Saibari scored the only goal for Morocco in the 2nd minute. It was so early that Morocco led almost from the kickoff. Scotland did not score.
What does this win mean for Morocco in Group C?
Morocco moves up to 4 points and sits 2nd in Group C. Brazil is at the top, also on 4 points but ahead on goal difference. A win in its last game would guarantee Morocco a place in the next round.
Who does Scotland play next?
Scotland plays Brazil on June 24 in its final Group C game. Scotland is 3rd on 3 points and likely needs a result there to reach the next round.
Who does Morocco play next?
Morocco plays Haiti on June 24 in its final Group C game. Haiti is at the bottom of the group, so a win would guarantee Morocco a place in the next round.