Highlights and Goals from World Cup Matchday 14
The 14th day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup saw decisive matches as Groups A, B, and C completed their group stage games. Switzerland held off Canada with a 2-1 victory, while Bosnia and Herzegovina secured a 3-1 win against Qatar. In Group C, Brazil dominated Scotland 3-0, and Morocco edged out Haiti 4-2 in a surprising contest.
Mexico impressed with a commanding 3-0 win over Czechia. Meanwhile, South Africa shocked South Korea with a narrow 1-0 victory that altered the group's dynamics significantly.
Switzerland and Bosnia & Herzegovina Battle It Out
Early on, Switzerland launched wave after wave of attacks on Canada, but Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau made several crucial saves. Bosnia and Herzegovina opened the scoring through a long-range strike by Kerim Alajbegović, setting the tone for their match against Qatar.
An unfortunate deflection off a Bosnian player allowed Edin Džeko to score for Qatar, making the game more competitive. Hassan Al-Haydos then equalized for Qatar with a perfectly timed finish, keeping the game alive.
Right after halftime, Rubén Vargas gave Switzerland the lead thanks to a well-placed cross from Johan Manzambi. Just before substitutions could be made, Breel Embolo set up Manzambi for a second goal, sealing Switzerland's advantage.
Promise David, coming on late for Switzerland, scored his first touch, adding another layer to the Swiss attack. Bosnia added a third goal during a chaotic sequence, cementing a 3-1 result.
Switzerland and Canada advanced from the group, with Bosnia and Herzegovina hopeful of progressing as one of the best third-placed teams.
Brazil and Morocco Clash While Scotland Struggles
Scotland’s defense faltered early when Scott McKenna lost possession to Rayan, who fed Vinícius Júnior for an easy opener for Brazil. Haiti surprised many by scoring first against Morocco through a stylish backheel by Lenny Joseph.
Brazil appeared to capitalize on Scottish errors again, but VAR intervened to disallow a second Vinícius goal due to a foul. Morocco fought back, with Achraf Hakimi equalizing and Ismael Saibari scoring multiple times, becoming the first African player to net goals in each group match of a World Cup.
Vinícius Júnior restored Brazil’s lead just before halftime, heading in a cross from Bruno Guimarães. Brazil completed a well-worked team goal with Matheus Cunha finishing a move started by Guimarães.
Morocco took the lead late through substitute Soufiane Rahimi and extended it with Gessime Yassine’s goal after a lengthy VAR review. The final scoreline was 4-2, sending Brazil and Morocco through directly while Scotland awaited their fate among third-place qualifiers.
South Africa Upsets South Korea; Mexico Dominates
South Korea controlled much of the first half against South Africa, but keeper Kim Seung-gyu’s key saves kept the visitors in the game. Both Group A matches were goalless at halftime.
Mateo Chávez broke the deadlock for Mexico with a stunning run and finish in the 55th minute, electrifying the crowd. Czechia’s hopes dimmed as Mexico continued to pressure.
A fortunate deflection led to Julián Quiñones’ goal, doubling Mexico’s lead. South Africa stunned South Korea with a goal from Thapelo Maseko, securing a 1-0 win that reshaped the group standings.
Álvaro Fidalgo sealed Mexico’s perfect group run with a third goal, making them the only host nation to win all three group games in this tournament.
The final results confirmed expectations for most groups, though South Africa’s advance ahead of South Korea was a notable upset. Which moment stood out most to you?
