Ismail Saibari may have delivered the finest goal of World Cup 2026 so far, netting a stunning lob against Brazil that sent Morocco into the lead in New Jersey.

The PSV forward latched onto an incisive through ball from Brahim Diaz, slipping between Marquinhos and Gabriel before coolly lifting the ball over Alisson to open the scoring. Few opportunities in the tournament have matched the quality of that finish.

Morocco dominated from the first whistle

The Atlas Lions came out sharper in the opening exchanges, pinning Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil side deep in their own half. Around the 11th minute, Morocco's supporters were serenading every pass with chants of 'Ole' — a sign of just how thoroughly they had controlled possession.

Brazil struggled to escape their own box until around the 18th minute, when Vinicius Jr span away from the Morocco defensive line and registered his first shot at goal in the tournament, as part of a more composed Brazil move.

Ancelotti's selection raises eyebrows

Ancelotti opted for a somewhat unexpected lineup, deploying Roger Ibanez and Douglas Santos as his full-backs, and handing Brentford striker Igor Thiago a World Cup debut up front. Thiago squandered a glaring chance around the 13th minute — failing to connect with a Vinicius Jr cross from roughly six yards out, with an open goal at his mercy.

Despite Brazil gradually gaining a foothold in the contest, Morocco look unlucky that the scoreline remains only 1-0. The goal, and the performance that surrounded it, marks a statement moment for the Atlas Lions at this tournament.