Saibari's engine, Bouaddi's suitors, and a knockout spot on the line

Win and you're through

Your team faces Haiti on Thursday, and the equation is simple: a win seals a spot in the Round of 16 (1) (4) (8). Morocco sit in a strong position in Group C after the 1–0 victory over Scotland and the 1–1 draw with Brazil. Haiti stand between you and the knockout stage. Kickoff is at midnight Wednesday into Thursday, Central European time (5) (9). The expected lineup features Hakimi, Bouaddi, El Khannouss, and Saibari from the start, Bono in goal, with Mazraoui, Riad, and Diop across the back (5).

Saibari is running harder than anyone

Ismael Saibari has covered more ground at high intensity than any other player at this World Cup (6). The stats back up what your eyes already told you: the PSV man is relentless, and he has both of Morocco's goals so far. A pre-agreement with Bayern Munich is already in place (6). His engine is the heartbeat of this team heading into the Haiti match.

Bouaddi, 18, and the biggest clubs are watching

Ayyoub Bouaddi has been one of the breakout players of the tournament. The 18-year-old ran the midfield against Brazil, and the German press are calling him a player who is wanted everywhere (2). Liverpool, Arsenal, and Real Madrid are all tracking a Morocco international midfielder, with Liverpool reportedly in fresh talks for what could be a record fee (3). Bouaddi is expected to start again against Haiti (5).

Boussaboun: avoid the Netherlands

Former Morocco international Ali Boussaboun has been clear about what he wants from the Haiti match. He hopes Morocco win the group to avoid a potential Round of 16 clash with the Netherlands, and he does not mince words about what he sees as the key difference between the two sides (9). Dutch referee Danny Makkelie, assigned to this match, has also raised eyebrows given the possible Morocco-Netherlands knockout scenario (9).