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Morocco’s Saibari Out of World Cup Quarter-Final

Ismael Saibari will miss Morocco’s World Cup quarter-final against France, while Switzerland secured their first quarter-final since 1954 after defeating C

Sun News Web Desk · Published 9 Jul 2026, 12:01 pm
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Key Takeaways

  • Ismael Saibari will miss Morocco’s World Cup quarter-final against France.
  • Switzerland secured their first World Cup quarter-final since 1954 after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout.
  • Ruben Vargas scored the decisive penalty for Switzerland.

Morocco's star player Ismael Saibari will be unavailable for his team’s upcoming World Cup quarter-final against France, as confirmed by coach Mohamed Ouahbi. Saibari sustained an injury during a match on July 4, 2026, and is currently out of action.

The news comes at a crucial time for Morocco, who are looking to advance in the tournament. Saibari’s absence could significantly impact their chances, as he has been a key player throughout the competition.

On the other side of the draw, Switzerland made history by reaching their first World Cup quarter-final since 1954 after defeating Colombia through a penalty shootout. The match ended goalless in regular and extra time before Vargas scored the decisive penalty on July 7, 2026.

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Switzerland’s victory was hard-fought, with the team needing to overcome Colombian resistance. The Swiss coach expressed satisfaction with his team's performance: 'We showed great resilience and determination,' he said after the match.

The quarter-final clash between Morocco and France is set for July 10, 2026, in Vancouver. Both teams are expected to field their strongest lineups as they vie for a place in the semi-finals.

Morocco’s coach Ouahbi highlighted Saibari's importance: 'Saibari has been a vital player for us, and his absence will be felt,' he stated. 'We need to find ways to compensate for this loss.'

Switzerland, meanwhile, will look to build on their historic achievement as they prepare for the next round of the tournament. Their victory over Colombia was a testament to their team spirit and tactical discipline.

The World Cup continues to provide thrilling moments and memorable performances, with each match bringing new stories and challenges for the teams involved.

'Saibari has been a vital player for us, and his absence will be felt.'

Mohamed Ouahbi, Morocco coach

'We showed great resilience and determination,'

Switzerland's coach (unnamed), Unnamed Swiss coach

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