Double blow: Saibari’s injury rattles Morocco and Bayern

Ismael Saibari left the Club World Cup match against Canada after just 22 minutes, his right thigh repeatedly grabbed before he collapsed. The €50 million Bayern Munich signing’s injury is a bitter blow for Morocco’s World Cup campaign and for the German club’s August season start.

Saibari was forced off after just 22 minutes of the Club World Cup tie with Canada. The forward repeatedly clutched his right thigh before collapsing to the ground.

Morocco now lose one of their biggest stars as they chase a quarter‑final place in the tournament. The timing is critical as Morocco were already engaged in a battle to secure a quarter‑final berth. The North African side will have to adjust their attack without Saibari’s pace and finishing.

FC Bayern Munich also feel the impact, having invested €50 million in the striker this summer. The club hoped to have Saibari available for the start of the new season in August.

The simultaneous setbacks underscore a double blow for both national and club ambitions. While Morocco’s World Cup hopes dim, Bayern’s preseason plans are thrown into uncertainty.

The accompanying image was captured by Kevin C. Cox for Getty Images in 2026. The article was rendered into English by artificial intelligence, with the original version published in German.