It took Morocco exactly 71 seconds to reshape the dynamics of World Cup Group C. Ismael Saibari scored what is being recognized as the tournament’s fastest goal, and Scotland spent the remaining 88-plus minutes unable to do anything about it.
The 1-0 result at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts on June 19, 2026 pushed Morocco to the top of Group C with four points from two matches. Scotland, now sitting on three points, faces a considerably less comfortable path forward.
A lightning start and a long grind
Group C now features Morocco on top with four points, Scotland on three, and the remaining fixtures set to determine which teams advance. Scotland’s next opponent is Brazil.
The group consists of Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland, with the top two guaranteed to advance and a potential third-place qualifier route also in play.
