Morocco Takes 3-2 Lead Over Haiti on Rahimi's 78th-Minute Goal

2 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 24

78 minutes in Atlanta, Soufiane Rahimi put Morocco ahead 3-2 with a deflected finish, giving the African champions their first lead of the Group C match.
Morocco had been forced to come from behind twice against already-eliminated Haiti and were level 2-2 at halftime before taking control after the break.
That lead still left Morocco unlikely to overtake Brazil for top spot, with Brazil beating Scotland 3-0 and Group C set to be decided on goal difference if both favorites win.
A win or draw would send Morocco through, while Haiti entered the finale already out but still pushed Morocco in a lively contest.

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