Apart from sending their congratulations to Morocco, many people have started to politicize what the win means for Africa and the Arab region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Public figures around the world took to social media platforms to congratulate the Moroccan team for their historic achievement. One of them was the new CEO of Twitter, Elon Musk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Public figures around the world took to social media platforms to congratulate the Moroccan team for their historic achievement. One of them was the new CEO of Twitter, Elon Musk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For the first time in a long time, Africans are united irrespective of ethnicity or religion o political devide to cheer the Moroccan team to victory. Displaying the can-do African spirit Regragui said; \u201cWe can do it\u2014make history again. We are here to make people happy and go as far as we can.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Public figures around the world took to social media platforms to congratulate the Moroccan team for their historic achievement. One of them was the new CEO of Twitter, Elon Musk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Again, Morocco came into the quarter-finals as the underdogs against a star-studded Portuguese team. This was further confirmed by Portugal\u2019s 6-1 demolition of Switzerland in the round of 16. As expected, the Atlas Lions of Morocco sat back and absorbed the pressure from the Portuguese team, and waited for counterattack opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n After emerging top of the Group F, Morocco was paired with Spain in the round of 16. The tenacious Moroccan defense repelled waves of Spanish attacks to take that game into extra time and penalties. Morocco goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was the man of the match after saving two penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Again, Morocco came into the quarter-finals as the underdogs against a star-studded Portuguese team. This was further confirmed by Portugal\u2019s 6-1 demolition of Switzerland in the round of 16. As expected, the Atlas Lions of Morocco sat back and absorbed the pressure from the Portuguese team, and waited for counterattack opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n After emerging top of the Group F, Morocco was paired with Spain in the round of 16. The tenacious Moroccan defense repelled waves of Spanish attacks to take that game into extra time and penalties. Morocco goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was the man of the match after saving two penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Again, Morocco came into the quarter-finals as the underdogs against a star-studded Portuguese team. This was further confirmed by Portugal\u2019s 6-1 demolition of Switzerland in the round of 16. As expected, the Atlas Lions of Morocco sat back and absorbed the pressure from the Portuguese team, and waited for counterattack opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n After emerging top of the Group F, Morocco was paired with Spain in the round of 16. The tenacious Moroccan defense repelled waves of Spanish attacks to take that game into extra time and penalties. Morocco goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was the man of the match after saving two penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Again, Morocco came into the quarter-finals as the underdogs against a star-studded Portuguese team. This was further confirmed by Portugal\u2019s 6-1 demolition of Switzerland in the round of 16. As expected, the Atlas Lions of Morocco sat back and absorbed the pressure from the Portuguese team, and waited for counterattack opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On one of those breaks in the 42nd minute, the ball was crossed into the 18-yard box and Youssef En-Nesyri rose the highest to head the ball into the back of the net. Morocco got other goal-scoring opportunities in the second half but failed to double or even triple their lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Portugal had their moments too with a couple of half chances including a cross from Bruno Fernandez that grazed the crossbar. The Portuguese coach made a series of substitutions including bringing in 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in the 51st minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Moroccans were able to hold onto their slender lead until the final whistle. Even when Walid Cheddira was shown a red card in the 93rd minute, the Portuguese team was unable to capitalize on the one-man advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Moroccan team made history, it may be the end of an era for some of the players in the Portuguese team. For example, Cristiano Ronaldo will be 41 years old by the next World Cup and it is highly unlikely that he will be part of the Portuguese team that will feature in the next tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every Morocco win at Qatar 2022 is not only celebrated by the country but by the entire African and Arab nations. In the stadium, we spotted Palestinian and Saudi Arabia flags. Morocco has enjoyed massive support from the fans which is often the biggest motivation any player can get to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ:<\/strong> These African Soccer Teams Can Join Senegal In The Round Of 16<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking to reporters on Friday, Moroccan coach Walid Regragui<\/a> said; \u201cWe have nothing to lose. We just have to perform as well as in the previous games. Our mission is to show that Africa deserves to be at the World Cup. We have the whole continent and the whole Arab nation behind us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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