Scoring in two consecutive matches is no small feat, but Ismaël Saïbari has done just that at the 2026 World Cup. The PSV Eindhoven striker first found the net against Brazil, and then delivered again in the opening minutes against Scotland, unleashing a thunderous strike under the crossbar. That decisive goal sealed a 1-0 victory and all but secured Morocco’s place in the Round of 16. With four points from two games and a favorable final group fixture against Haiti, the Atlas Lions are statistically set to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.

The Moroccan squad owes much of its success to its young forward, whose composure and power have been on full display. After dazzling goalkeeper Alisson with a subtle finish in the opener, Saïbari switched gears against Scotland, blasting a powerhouse shot past the helpless Scottish keeper.

Saïbari’s World Cup heroics came as football insiders were buzzing over another headline—his imminent move to Bayern Munich, with reports suggesting a €55 million transfer fee. Though not yet officially confirmed, the deal appears all but sealed, with Moroccan coach Mohamed Ouahbi previously hinting at its progress. “We take great pride when our players join top clubs, and Bayern Munich is certainly among them,” Ouahbi said. “Saïbari is focused, calm, and fully committed to representing Morocco. I’ve had the chance to speak with Vincent Kompany, and he understands that the World Cup remains our priority. Everyone involved is confident this transfer will go smoothly—we want our best players in the best clubs.”