Bel Vs Mor - First-half - Bein.mp4.mp4 -

The first half was characterized by Belgium's territorial dominance and Morocco's disciplined defensive shape.

: In stoppage time (45+2'), Hakim Ziyech appeared to give Morocco the lead with a whipped free-kick that beat Thibaut Courtois at the near post. However, following a VAR review , the goal was disallowed because Romain Saïss was ruled offside and judged to be obstructing the goalkeeper's view. Half-Time Summary Stats Score Possession Shots (Total) Consistent pressure Limited counterattacks Key Event Batshuayi shot saved Ziyech goal disallowed (VAR) BEL vs MOR - First-Half - Bein.mp4.mp4

: Belgium controlled roughly 65-69% of the possession during the first half, comfortably moving the ball but struggling to break down Morocco's "mid to low block". The first half was characterized by Belgium's territorial

: Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard attempted to orchestrate the midfield, while Morocco relied on the pace of Hakim Ziyech and Achraf Hakimi for counterattacking threats. following a VAR review