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Ismael Saibari

Also known as: Morocco's midfielder

Morocco midfielder at 2026 World Cup, scored against Scotland and signed by Bayern Munich from PSV.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    It's tough to do better than last year, really tough, but it has to be our goal." Bayern have made two major signings this summer, bringing in Moroccan midfielder Ismael Saibari from PSV Eindhoven and German defender Nathaniel Brown from Eintracht Frankfurt.

    Kompany hopes new signings can push Bayern to Champions League glory
  3. July 2026
  4. Citizen Digital

    Among African players, Egypt's Mohamed Salah topped search interest in Kenya, followed by Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, South Africa's Jayden Adams, and Morocco's Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari.

    What Kenyans searched for during the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Google reveals
  5. Citizen Digital

    Having added outstanding young talent Ayyoub Bouaddi to that squad, and with exciting forward Ismael Saibari leading the attack, many believed Morocco could even topple France this time and progress to the last four again.

    Disappointment at Morocco's World Cup exit cannot mask pride
  6. The Standard

    Winners in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, it has felt like they have eased through to another semi-final and they were too strong for a Moroccan team lacking firepower in the absence of the injured Ismael Saibari.

    Mbappe strikes again as France beat Morocco to reach World Cup semi-finals
  7. Citizen Digital

    Morocco's Saibari out of France World Cup quarter-final By AFP July 09, 2026 10:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Morocco's midfielder Ismael Saibari controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group C foo

    Morocco's Saibari out of France World Cup quarter-final
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMorocco will have to attempt one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup without one of their brightest stars after coach Mohamed Ouahbi confirmed that influential midfielder Ismael Saibari will miss Thursday's quarter-final against France through injury

    No Saibari as Morocco back coach Ouahbi to mastermind France upset
  9. Citizen Digital

    His more crowd-pleasing style -- with new Bayern Munich signing Ismael Saibari to the fore -- was on show in the 1-1 draw with Brazil in the group stage and then the last 32 win on penalties over the Netherlands.

    Morocco coach Ouahbi proving doubters wrong at World Cup
  10. The Standard

    Morocco were rattled.After 20 minutes Mohamed Ouahbi's team suffered a big injury blow, Bayern Munich-bound Ismael Saibari -- who had scored three times at the tournament -- coming off for Rahimi.

    Ruthless Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach World Cup quarters
  11. Citizen Digital

    Bayern sign Morocco midfielder Saibari on five-year deal By AFP July 01, 2026 09:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Morocco's midfielder #11 Ismael Saibari celebrates after winning in the shootout during th

    Bayern sign Morocco midfielder Saibari on five-year deal
  12. June 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    After several misses on both sides, Morocco striker Ismael Saibari, who plays in the Netherlands for PSV Eindhoven, slotted home the winning penalty to set up a last-16 clash with co-hosts Canada.

    Morocco World Cup win sparks joy, arrests in Netherlands

Friday 7 August

  1. Kompany believes new Bayern signings can win Champions League

    Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said he hopes new signings can help the club win the Champions League for the first time since 2020, after the club won the league and cup double last season but lost to Paris Saint-Germain 6-5 on aggregate in the semi-finals.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Kenyans searched widely beyond match results during 2026 World Cup

    Google data shows Kenyan football fans searched for far more than match results during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with growing curiosity about football traditions, technology, players and shared viewing experiences. The most searched matches in Kenya were France versus Morocco, Brazil versus Norway, Brazil versus Japan, Norway versus England, and Portugal versus Spain.

    21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. Morocco eliminated from 2026 World Cup by France

    Morocco, the last African team in the tournament, lost 2-0 to France in the quarter-final in Foxborough, Massachusetts on July 9, 2026. Despite disappointment, the result represented continued progress for the team, which reached the semi-finals in Qatar four years earlier.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France beats Morocco 2-0, advances to World Cup semi-finals

    Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant curling finish after an earlier missed penalty to lead France to a 2-0 victory over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final, with Ousmane Dembele adding a second goal. France will face Spain or Belgium in the semi-finals next Tuesday in Dallas.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 9 July

  1. Morocco's Saibari ruled out of France World Cup quarter-final

    Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari will miss Thursday's World Cup quarter-final against France due to a hamstring injury sustained in the last-16 win against Canada, though coach Mohamed Ouahbi hopes he can return for later matches in the tournament.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Morocco face France quarter-final without injured Saibari

    Bayern Munich midfielder Ismael Saibari will miss Thursday's World Cup quarter-final against France due to a hamstring injury sustained in Morocco's 3-0 win over Canada in the round of 16, coach Mohamed Ouahbi confirmed. Soufiane Rahimi is expected to fill the void after scoring as a substitute against Canada.

    9 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Morocco coach Ouahbi reaches World Cup quarter-finals undefeated

    Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi has guided the team to the World Cup quarter-finals without losing a match, facing France next. The 49-year-old Belgium-born coach is proving wrong a professor who once told him he lacked the skills to teach.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 4 July

  1. Morocco beats Canada 3-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

    Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the World Cup round of 16 in Houston on Saturday, with goals from Azzedine Ounahi (twice) and Soufiane Rahimi, to advance to the quarter-finals where they will face France or Paraguay.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Bayern Munich signs Moroccan midfielder Saibari from PSV

    Bayern Munich announced the signing of Morocco midfielder Ismael Saibari from PSV Eindhoven for a reported fee of 50 million euros ($57 million) on a five-year contract until 2031. The 25-year-old attacking midfielder joins a Bayern forward line that includes Harry Kane, Michael Olise, Luis Diaz, Jamal Musiala, Lennart Karl, and Serge Gnabry.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Morocco beats Netherlands in World Cup shootout, sparks celebrations and arrests

    Morocco's penalty shoot-out victory over the Netherlands sparked celebrations in The Hague's Moroccan community, with fans dancing and cheering in streets, though riot police later dispersed crowds with water cannons and baton charges, leading to arrests.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Paraguay eliminates Germany; Brazil, Morocco advance

    Paraguay defeated four-time champion Germany in a penalty shootout at the 2026 World Cup, ending Germany's tournament hopes. Brazil beat Japan 2-1 and Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties to reach the last 16.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Morocco beats Netherlands on penalties to reach World Cup last 16

    Morocco defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw following extra-time in a World Cup match in Monterrey. Morocco will face Canada in the last 16 in Houston on Saturday.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

  4. France face Sweden in World Cup knockout tie Tuesday

    France will play Sweden in a last-32 World Cup match on Tuesday, with the Swedish defence preparing to face Kylian Mbappe (four goals so far), Ousmane Dembele (hat-trick against Norway), and Michael Olise. Sweden will counter with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, though both have yet to fully fire at the tournament.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. Brazil, Germany, Netherlands begin World Cup knockout stage

    Brazil face Japan in the last 32 of the World Cup, with Germany playing Paraguay and Morocco facing the Netherlands also in knockout action. Brazil, seeking their first World Cup title in 24 years, topped their group with Vinicius Junior scoring four goals.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Brazil, Germany, Netherlands advance to World Cup knockout stage

    Brazil face Japan in the last 32 on Monday as they seek a sixth World Cup title, 24 years after their last win. Germany play Paraguay and Morocco take on the Netherlands, with Brazil favored to progress despite Japan's dangerous form and a 3-2 friendly loss to the Brazilians last October.

    29 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 25 June

  1. Morocco beats Haiti 4-2, advances to World Cup last 32

    Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in a Group C match to advance to the World Cup last 32, though they finished second to Brazil on goal difference. Haiti scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years during the match.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Morocco defeats Haiti 4-2 in World Cup group stage match

    Morocco overcame two goals conceded to Haiti to win 4-2 in Atlanta, advancing to the World Cup last 32 but finishing second to Brazil in Group C. Haiti scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years.

    25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 20 June

  1. Hakimi 'very calm' facing rape trial, Morocco coach says

    Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi is confirmed to face trial in France on rape charges, which he denies. His coach Mohamed Ouahbi said Hakimi is focused and unfazed after playing in Morocco's 1-0 World Cup win over Scotland on Friday.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. USA, Brazil advance to World Cup knockout rounds

    The United States defeated Australia 2–0 in Group D to advance to the knockout rounds with a game to spare, following Mexico's earlier qualification. Brazil also progressed by defeating Haiti.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Saibari's early goal gives Morocco 1-0 win over Scotland

    Ismael Saibari scored after 71 seconds as Morocco defeated Scotland 1-0 in a World Cup match, with the goal described as the fastest of the tournament so far. Morocco now has four points from two games and are positioned to advance to the knockout rounds.

    20 June 2026 · The Standard

  4. Germany and Ivory Coast clash for World Cup knockout spot

    Germany face Ivory Coast on Saturday in a winner-take-all Group E match where the victor secures a place in the last 32, while Sweden can also advance with a win over the Netherlands in Houston.

    20 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 14 June

  1. Brazil draws with Morocco in 2026 World Cup opening match

    Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening 2026 World Cup Group C match in New Jersey, with Vinicius Junior equalizing after falling behind to Ismael Saibari's goal. Coach Carlo Ancelotti urged patience, saying "you don't win a World Cup based on your first match," acknowledging the team played with anxiety and nerves but cautioning against losing heart early in the tournament.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Brazil draws with Morocco; Australia defeats Turkey

    Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their World Cup opening match, with Vinicius Junior equalising for five-time winners Brazil. Australia upset Turkey 2-0, while Qatar earned their first World Cup point in a 1-1 draw with Switzerland, and Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Vinicius equalises as Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup

    Vinicius Junior scored an equaliser to give Brazil a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Group C World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday. Brazil, chasing a record sixth World Cup title, showed uncertain form under first-time foreign coach Carlo Ancelotti, while Morocco, the 2022 semi-finalists, took an early lead through Ismael Saibari's 21st-minute goal.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

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