India, July 9 -- Morocco have suffered a significant blow ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France, with midfielder Ismael Saibari ruled out through injury. The influential playmaker sustained a hamstring injury during Morocco's convincing 3-0 Round of 16 victory over Canada and has not recovered in time for Thursday's (local time) clash.

Despite losing one of his key attacking players, head coach Mohamed Ouahbi remains confident in Morocco's approach as the Atlas Lions prepare for one of the biggest matches in their history. Morocco will now look to overcome the absence of Saibari and continue their bid for a place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals against the two-time champions.

Morocco Suffer Major Blow as Isma...