Morocco Fight Back to Beat Haiti 4-2 in Atlanta Thriller
Morocco recovered from two deficits to beat Haiti 4-2 in a pulsating Group C finale at Atlanta Stadium, with Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine securing the win in the second half.
M orocco advanced from Group C with a dramatic 4-2 victory over Haiti at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday, coming from behind twice in a thrilling end-to-end contest.
An own goal by goalkeeper Yassine Bounou gave Haiti a shock lead in the tenth minute. Achraf Hakimi levelled for Morocco in the 39th minute, only for Wilson Isidor to restore Haiti's advantage four minutes later.
Ismael Saibari brought Morocco level again on the stroke of half-time, sending the match to the break at 2-2 and setting up a tense second period.
Soufiane Rahimi put Morocco ahead for the first time with a fine finish in the 78th minute, and substitute Gessime Yassine sealed it in the 89th to complete a memorable comeback.
Morocco advance from Group C. Haiti exit the tournament.