Brahim Díaz
Real MadridRW
Half-Space Orchestrator
Aug 3, 1999 (26)
Both
5'7"
130 lb
One shot against France
Diaz generated one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Thursday's 2-0 defeat against France.
Analysis: Diaz struggled to get much going in the attack Thursday as Morocco fell to France, only notching one shot and two crosses. He would record 18 passes as well and saw time on the ball, although it was not enough to change the outcome. He heads home from the World Cup without a goal, but still saw a decent tenure at the tournament, notching four assists, currently tied for second best at this World Cup.
Two assists in Round of 16
Diaz assisted twice to go with two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Canada.
Analysis: Diaz hadn't been able to contribute much in Morocco's first four matches in the tournament, but the Real Madrid playmaker stepped up right when the team needed him the most. He set up the team's second and third goals, but more importantly, he was a creative threat and an unsolvable problem for the Canadian defense. Morocco will need Diaz at his best if they want to keep progressing in the tournament, but this outing should spark his confidence. He's now up to four assists in the 2026 World Cup campaign.
Quiet in penalties win
Diaz recorded two tackles (one won) in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout win against Netherlands.
Analysis: Diaz was uncharacteristically quiet as Morocco were able to progress against the Netherlands. The attacker had already provided two assists at the beginning of the tournament against Brazil and Scotland, which were crucial for their qualification. Against the Netherlands, he didn't have any shots, chances created or crosses, having had at least one of these in each of the games played so far. He will look to have a stronger impact in the round of 16 when he faces off against Canada for a place in the quarterfinals.
Records three crosses
Diaz registered one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-2 victory against Haiti.
Analysis: Diaz was not as influential Wednesday as he was in Morocco's previous two games, as he was unable to earn another goal contribution on his shot and one chance created. He would end up coming off with 20 minutes to play, exiting just before two more goals were scored. No goals for the midfielder after six goals in the group stage for Morocco is a bit surprising, although he may just be saving his best work for the knockouts.
Earns assist
Diaz recorded one assist on three chances created and two crosses in Friday's 1-0 win over Morocco.
Analysis: Diaz would have a huge moment early in Friday's contest, as the attacker would find Ismael Saibari in the box for a goal, assisting on the lone goal of the match against Scotland. This is now a second straight outing with an assist for Diaz, as he also earned one in their opener against Brazil, proving to have a strong tournament thus far. He will be a key piece of the team as they move forward, with four shots and five chances created between his two starts. He has also taken three corner kicks.
Assists in draw Saturday
Diaz assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Brazil.
Analysis: Diaz was one of the primary playmakers for Morocco in this World Cup opener, and in one of the few instances where he had a bit of space, he delivered a perfect through ball that allowed Ismael Saibari to find the back of the net. Diaz should have far more space -- and more fantasy appeal -- against Scotland and Haiti in the upcoming two group-stage matches.
Key player for Morocco
Diaz will be one of Morocco's key players in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Analysis: Diaz made 42 appearances for Real Madrid in the 2025/26 season across LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League, but he started only 17 of those matches and recorded nine goal contributions (two goals, seven assists). However, Diaz is a typical case of a player who performs at a higher level with the national team due to his star status. Expect the talented playmaker to be a key contributor for Morocco as they attempt to make another deep run in the tournament following their run to the semifinals in the 2022 edition.
Scores goal off bench
Diaz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Athletic.
Analysis: Diaz added Real Madrid's fourth in the 88th minute, getting on the end of a pass from Thiago Pitarch inside the box, with the goal eventually confirmed by VAR after an offside check, before dedicating his celebration to Dani Carvajal in an emotional moment at the Bernabeu. It was his first La Liga goal of the season across 30 appearances (13 starts), with most of his impact this year coming through his creativity and link-up play rather than finishing, as he also logged seven assists in 42 appearances (17 starts) across all competitions. Diaz will now turn his attention to the 2026 World Cup with Morocco, where he is expected to play a central role in the Atlas Lions' attacking structure.
Sets up opener
Diaz assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 2-0 victory over Oviedo.
Analysis: Diaz set up Gonzalo Garcia's opener just before halftime. This was Diaz's 12th start of the campaign in 28 appearances, and the assist increased his total for the season to six. This was also his fourth start in a row.
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