A cold shower for Brazil. Saibari scores debut goal at the World Cup
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
The Moroccan national team came out firing in their 2026 World Cup clash against Brazil, immediately looking sharper and more dangerous than their opponents from the opening whistle. The Africans dictated possession, pressed high up the pitch in Brazilian territory, and attacked with far more aggression—deservedly taking the lead.
Ismael Saibari netted his first-ever World Cup goal, breaking the deadlock in this high-stakes showdown against one of the tournament’s favorites. The breakthrough came after a sensational assist from Brahim Diaz, who sliced through the Brazilian defense with a pinpoint pass, setting up his teammate one-on-one with the keeper. Saibari made no mistake, confidently finishing past Alisson, leaving the Brazilian goalkeeper no chance.
As a reminder, after 35 minutes the score is 1-1. Brazil’s Vinicius Junior has also found the net with a clinical finish.
