Rabat \u2013 Morocco\u2019s strong start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has not only put the Atlas Lions on the brink of the knockout stage but also seen them continue to break records and set new standards on the global stage.<\/p>\n
After drawing 1-1 with Brazil and defeating Scotland, Mohamed Ouahbi\u2019s men have collected four points from their opening two matches and have already become the first Moroccan team to avoid defeat in its first two games at two consecutive World Cups, following their historic run to the semifinals in Qatar four years ago.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Atlas Lions also became the first African nation to reach the semifinals in 2022 and are now looking to build on that legacy with another deep run in North America.<\/p>\n
The performances of Morocco\u2019s stars have played a key role in this promising campaign, with several players topping important statistical categories after the opening two matches.<\/p>\n
According to statistics from Almountakhab, captain Achraf Hakimi has once again emerged as one of the team\u2019s driving forces. Despite playing as a right-back, the Paris Saint-Germain star leads Morocco in completed passes with 144, crosses with 10, and shots on target with five, highlighting his importance in both defense and attack.<\/p>\n
Ismael Saibari has been Morocco\u2019s leading scorer with two goals and has also recorded the highest number of sprints (145) and defensive pressures (107), underlining his impact on both ends of the pitch.<\/p>\n
Brahim Diaz has provided two assists, making him the team\u2019s top creator, while midfielder Neil El Aynaoui has covered the greatest distance, running 24.07 kilometers across the matches against Brazil and Scotland.<\/p>\n
Elsewhere, Issa Diop has recorded the highest number of line-breaking attempts with 53, while Azzedine Ounahi has offered the most passing options to teammates, with 130 movements creating solutions in possession.<\/p>\n
Morocco players\u2019 key statistics after two matches<\/p>\n
Top scorer: Ismael Saibari (2 goals)
\nMost passes: Achraf Hakimi (144)
\nMost crosses: Achraf Hakimi (10)
\nMost shots on target: Achraf Hakimi (5)
\nMost assists: Brahim Diaz (2)
\nGreatest distance covered: Neil El Aynaoui (24.07 km)
\nMost sprints: Ismael Saibari (145)
\nMost line-breaking attempts: Issa Diop (53)
\nMost passing options offered: Azzedine Ounahi (130)
\nMost defensive pressures: Ismael Saibari (107)<\/p>\n