

Lineup
The head-to-head story
Morocco enters this first-ever meeting with Haiti holding a significant advantage in both world ranking and recent form. Morocco's path to success relies on exploiting wide channels, while Haiti will look to frustrate the opposition early and capitalize on rare counter-attacking opportunities.
What kind of game?
Morocco enters the match with a significant defensive resistance advantage over Haiti. While both sides show similar reliance on set-piece opportunities, Morocco's superior possession control and higher expected goal output suggest they are well-positioned to dictate the tempo of the game.
| Axis | MAR | HAI |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 60.3% | 49.5% |
| Defending | 7.7 resistance | 3.9 resistance |
| Set pieces | 36.4% | 35.0% |
| Threat | 1.28 xG/match | 0.77 xG/match |
Where it'll be decided
The central channel is the primary tactical battleground for both sides. With over 70% of attacking activity concentrated through the middle, the match will likely be defined by midfield control and defensive resilience in the center. Morocco's left wing also presents a secondary point of interest where attacking tendencies align with recent defensive vulnerabilities.
Who to watch
Morocco and Haiti rely on distinct tactical systems to dictate the match flow. Morocco will look to sustain box pressure and capitalize on set-piece opportunities, while Haiti aims to control the tempo through high possession and disciplined restarts.